Why There Were Tax Collectors in Capernaum

When Levi becomes a disciple of Jesus, he invites Jesus over for dinner, along with a large group of Levi's fellow tax collectors. Capernaum (on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee) was right on the border between two administrative regions, and so it was a natural place to collect taxes and customs. In the photo above (taken on our trip to Israel earlier this year), you can see from the excavations that Capernaum was a thriving village at the time of Jesus. Maybe Levi lived in one of those houses?

Today’s Scripture:

Luke 5:27-39

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Is This the House Where Jesus Healed the Paralytic?

In Capernaum today, you can see the foundations of houses that archeologists have uncovered, foundations that date from the time of Jesus. Is one of these houses the place where the friends of the paralyzed man broke through the roof to lower their friend down to be healed by Jesus? Check out the video:
[I know some folks have been having trouble with my videos, so I hope the fix below helps. Sorry this post is later than normal.]

https://vimeo.com/350107582

Today’s Scripture:

Luke 5:12-26

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Jesus's View Every Morning

Here's a brief video showing what Jesus saw from his window in Capernaum every morning:

Today’s Scripture:

Luke 5:1-11

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What I Saw in Capernaum

Jesus was raised in Nazareth, but moved to Capernaum as an adult, and Capernaum is where he performed many miracles. You can still see the foundation of the Capernaum synagogue today! Check out the video below:

Today’s Scripture:

Luke 4:31-44

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