Read Luke 19:1-10
Everybody remembers the story of Zacchaeus. We've heard it since we were kids in Sunday School. He was not liked as a tax collector and was seen as a sinner by the Pharisee's. But remember he was filled with joy when Jesus came to his house and there was probably the biggest character change that I have ever heard of. He went from stealing, dishonesty, and being hated to giving and loving others. See the change that Jesus had on his life.
Zacchaeus was seeking. He actively wanted to find the Lord and was up that tree. People are always looking for something to fill an empty void in their life. Something, anything that will satisfy the need that they have, Maybe drugs, sex etc fills that for a while, but it leaves an even bigger emptiness soon after. Only the Lord can fill that void.
The Lord revealed Himself. Remember that Jesus invited Himself to Zacchaeus's house, not the other way round. Jesus is seeking those to be saved. What about us? Are we going after those who seem unapproachable? Atheists? Even our friends?
The Lord then went to Zacchaeus's house and dealt with him on a personal level. He didn't just say something in passing our in the street. He went to his house and revealed more of Himself there.
Zacchaeus then responded. After he met his Saviour, his material possessions meant nothing to him. Remember what we said earlier; Jesus fills the void. The Lord's person attracts the heart. So what is YOUR response?
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