Follow Me by Catharine Shaw (1925)
The narrative centers on the early ministry of Jesus, focusing on His selection of disciples from diverse backgrounds. It highlights the calling of Matthew, a tax collector, who was generally despised by the Jews for his association with the Romans and perceived dishonesty. Despite this, Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him, illustrating that Jesus chooses His followers from all walks of life, regardless of their past or societal status. The story emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus' call, encouraging readers to follow Him and leave behind anything that might displease Him. The overarching message is one of inclusivity and redemption, underscoring the idea that anyone can become a disciple by choosing to follow Jesus.
By Catharine Shaw · First published 1925 · Genre: Christian Devotional, Religious Fiction, Inspirational · 286 words
First lines
Soon after Jesus had chosen Peter and James and John as His disciples, He was walking near the lake of Gennesaret when He saw Matthew sitting at the place where the people had to pay taxes.
For Matthew was not a fisherman, like the others, but was a taxgatherer employed by the Romans to collect money from the Jews.
These taxgatherers were very much disliked, as they often took more money than they ought, and kept it for themselves, so that the Jews hated them and dreaded to see them coming.
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Follow Me is listed on Textopian as a short story by Catharine Shaw, dated 1925 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Catharine Shaw
- Date: 1925 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Christian Devotional, Religious Fiction, Inspirational, Children's Literature, Spiritual
- Length: 286 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Christian Devotional — The narrative retells the biblical account of Jesus calling his disciples, emphasizing personal commitment and spiritual transformation.
- Religious Fiction — The text blends narrative storytelling with scriptural events, positioning it within a framework that fictionalizes religious history.
- Inspirational — The work motivates readers to embrace a higher calling and leave behind distractions, fostering spiritual introspection.
- Children's Literature — The straightforward language and clear moral lesson render the text accessible and engaging to younger audiences.
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suspense · psychological thriller · mystery · adventure · drama · self-discovery · betrayal · identity · danger · romance · love · risk