You're correct that Jesus celebrated meals with others throughout the Gospels, and the passages you've mentioned illustrate different instances where meals play a significant role in his ministry:
a. Matthew 9:9-13 - This passage describes Jesus calling Matthew, a tax collector, and then sharing a meal with him and other sinners. It emphasizes Jesus' mission to reach the lost and marginalized.
b. Luke 7:36-50 - In this account, Jesus dines at the home of a Pharisee named Simon, and a sinful woman anoints Jesus' feet with her tears and perfume. This moment highlights forgiveness and the transformative power of love.
c. John 21:9-17 - This passage narrates Jesus cooking breakfast for his disciples after his resurrection. It provides an intimate moment of fellowship and reinforces Peter’s restoration and commission as a leader among the disciples.
d. Luke 19:1-10 - Here, Jesus meets Zacchaeus, a tax collector, and goes to his house for a meal. This story underscores themes of repentance and salvation.
Each of these passages showcases Jesus' ability to connect with people over meals, breaking social barriers and demonstrating his message of grace and inclusion.
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