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Luke 19:1-10
The Roman Empire told each tax collector how much they expected. Anything he collected beyond that was his. So Zacchaeus, a “chief” tax collector, was wealthy. But he wanted to meet Jesus, and Jesus wanted to meet him. When Jesus’ grace touched his life, Zacchaeus’ first response was to say, “I’m going to make things right.”
Is Zacchaeus wealthier and more of a “success” at the start of this story or at its end? Sure, you know the answer you’re supposed to give! But, honestly, how do you define “wealth” and “success” for yourself? Would you give up as much as Zacchaeus did in order to have Jesus, the “pearl of great price,” in your life?
Jesus seemed to like being with sinners and outsiders. That appalled the “good” people of his day (verse 7). Suppose Jesus was here today Who would he “call out of the trees” in your neighborhood, your workplace or your city that would be likely to upset you? How can you help him call them?
Thursday, September 9, 2010
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