Plot Twist

The story of Zacchaeus is a literary and theological “plot twist.” A wealthy, despised tax collector climbs a tree in curiosity, only to be called down by name and welcomed into fellowship with Jesus. Instead of condemnation, he receives invitation. Instead of judgment, he experiences transformation. In the cultural context of the first century, tax collectors were symbols of betrayal and exploitation. To eat with one was unthinkable.

Yet Jesus not only acknowledges Zacchaeus, He declares that salvation has come to his house. This week, we’ll explore how grace meets us where we are, invites us before it expects us, and transforms us into people of radical generosity.