Faith Temple Church
Sunday Morning Worship-04.12

      • Ephesians 2:8–9NKJV

  • Jesus in Me
  • Jesus Will
  • Song
  • Lord You Are Good
  • He's Able

      • Luke 19:1–10NKJV

      • Luke 4:14NKJV

      • Luke 5:27NKJV

      • Luke 19:4–5NKJV

      • Luke 18:18NKJV

      • John 3:16NKJV

  • Luke 19:1–10 “Then Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. Now behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus who was a chief tax collector, and he was rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not because of the crowd, for he was of short stature. So he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him, for He was going to pass that way. And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.” So he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully. But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, “He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.” Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.” And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he also is a son of Abraham; for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.””
    My Neighbor her and her husband raised their two children for the American dream, not so much in Church but in private school, live in a gated community all their lives. entering into colloge first year their child drops out to party and and get high! she says to me I don’t understand it the country i’m from had weed everywhere and we never touched it. I do it is the sin nature we were born into and it is true We must be born again! we were born bound, the Bible says rejoice when we leave this world, and mourn when they come into the world.
    Today Salvation is come!! Pharoah did not want to let Israel go, it was going to hurt his economy. but the people he was holding had a covenant with God.
    Zacchaeus’s encounter with Jesus functions as a foil to that of the rich ruler (18:18–30). Both men are described as rich and both hold high office (“ruler” [ἄρχων], 18:18; “chief tax collector” [ἀρχιτελώνης], 19:2). But Jesus instructs only the rich ruler to distribute his goods to the poor (18:22). He makes no direct demands of Zacchaeus. Instead, he invites himself to his home. Zacchaeus responds to Jesus’ surprising insistence with rejoicing (19:6), and he pledges to give half of his goods to the poor and to make restitution for any dishonest dealings (presumably with the other half; 19:8). The rich man, by contrast, refused to distribute his wealth to the poor and turned away from Jesus deeply saddened (18:23).
    Israel in Egypt would hurt their economy, the people they made slaves already had a covenant with God.
    In the earlier story, Jesus then observed that it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into the reign of God. This bombshell prompts his listeners to ask, “Who … can be saved?” (18:25–26). The incident with Zacchaeus offers an answer when Jesus pronounces that today salvation has come to his house (19:9). While the rich ruler fancied himself to be righteous all these things have I kept from my youth.
    The tax collector cannot continue his same old life and think that is all he needs to do to receive another halo; he cannot simply confess the same sins without any reformation of his life (see Rom 6:1–11).
    The crowd presents an obstacle for both men who want to see Jesus (18:36; 19:3). They rebuke the blind man for crying out to Jesus, but Jesus intervenes by commanding that he be brought to him (18:39–40). Zacchaeus must break away from the crowd to see Jesus, and Jesus commands him to come down from a tree to host him, evoking the crowd’s indignation (19:5–7). The
    First panel (19:2–5) Second panel (19:6–10) Zacchaeus seeks to see Jesus (19:3a) Zacchaeus meets Jesus (19:6) Crowd interferes (19:3b) Crowd objects (19:7) Zacchaeus overcomes obstacle (19:4) Zacchaeus overcomes obstacle (19:8) Climax: Jesus speaks—“Today” (19:5) Climax: Jesus speaks—“Today” (19:9–10)
    Exegetical Outline I. Zacchaeus’s desire and endeavor to see Jesus (19:1–4) II. Jesus’ desire to stay with Zacchaeus (19:5) III. Zacchaeus’s joyful response (19:6) IV. The crowd’s hostile response (19:7) V. Zacchaeus’s public repentance (19:8) VI. Jesus’ public vindication of Zacchaeus (19:9–10)
    Chief Tax Collector: Chief meaning he had men working under him, and taking a cut of all they were making as well.
    He is rich, presumably because he has raked in big payoffs since Jericho was a significant import and export post. As a chief tax collector and a rich man he represents “the sinner supreme.”3 Despite his riches, he remains on the margins of society—disdained, if not hated, as a despicable, greedy, and laughable character.
    Beyond the text, we might imagine that he had experienced social ostracism, isolation, and contempt and had heard (4:14, 37) that Jesus received sinners and tax collectors (5:27–32; 15:1–2). Consciously or unconsciously, he may have been looking for the salvation Jesus offered.

    Luke 4:14 “Then Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and news of Him went out through all the surrounding region.”

    People don’t testify anymore. Don’t let the enemy shut your mouth about what God is able to do.

    Luke 5:27 “After these things He went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.””

    Luke 19:4 “So he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him, for He was going to pass that way.”

    The crowd might make way for someone who was respected in the community, but it would not do so for someone like Zacchaeus.
    Running ahead, he shamelessly scurries up a tree and perches on a limb. Zacchaeus’s resolve means that he does not mind looking ridiculous in his quest.

    Luke 19:5 “And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.””

    A. Zaachaeus is looking to learn who Jesus is only to discover Jesus already knows who he is.
    Luke 19:6 “So he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully.”
    Luke 19:7 “But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, “He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.””
    They expect Jesus to be on their side in snubbing Zacchaeus. It costs Jesus to go home with Zacchaeus because he now joins him as an object of ostracism.
    Luke 19:8 “Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.””
    Zacchaeus may be announcing his repentance and a pledge to change (a futuristic sense),
    He repented Turned away from his sin.
    Luke 19:9 “And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he also is a son of Abraham;”
    Today you will be with me in paradise.
    Luke 19:10 “for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.””

    1. Salvation from God’s Initiative

    Barclay claims that determination to achieve a goal is the point of the story: “Zacchaeus was short of stature but large of heart and overcame his disadvantage by determination.”18 This reading veers dangerously close to false doctrine: “salvation by determination.”
    Augustine writes that grace “is bestowed on us, not because we have done good works, but that we may be able to do them” (Spir. et litt. 16).

    2. Repentance: The Name of the Game

    In Luke, the release of sins is tied to repentance.
    Renounce. Turn away from

    A Savior for Seekers: The Good News of Salvation

    Bible Passage: Luke 19:1–10

    Summary: In this passage, we see the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector, who seeks to see Jesus and ends up receiving Him into his home. This illustrates the radical nature of salvation that Jesus brings, as it reaches those who are considered outcasts in society.
    Application: This Bible passage reminds Christians that salvation is not limited to the righteous or the religious elite, but is available to all who seek Jesus, regardless of their past. It encourages believers to reach out to others with the message of the Gospel and to embrace the transformative power of Christ in their lives.
    Teaching: The sermon could teach the importance of seeking Jesus and the joy that comes with salvation. It emphasizes God's willingness to welcome sinners and transform them, illustrating that everyone can experience true change through faith in Christ.
    How this passage could point to Christ: In the broader context of scripture, this passage points to Jesus as the Messiah who seeks and saves the lost. He embodies grace and gives hope to those who feel unworthy, fulfilling the promise that the Savior would come to rescue humanity from sin.
    Big Idea: The big idea of this sermon is that Jesus offers salvation to everyone, transforming lives and fulfilling God's redemptive plan. It emphasizes that no one is beyond the reach of His grace.
    Recommended Study: As you prepare this sermon, consider diving into the cultural context of tax collectors in ancient Palestine to explain Zacchaeus's social standing. Use Logos to explore various commentaries that discuss the significance of Jesus's interaction with Zacchaeus, especially regarding themes of repentance and restoration. Pay attention to the text's historical-critical aspects, particularly how Luke portrays Jesus's mission to the marginalized.

    1. The Seeker's Curiosity

    Luke 19:1–4 “Then Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. Now behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus who was a chief tax collector, and he was rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not because of the crowd, for he was of short stature. So he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him, for He was going to pass that way.”
    Zacchaeus's curiosity and determination to see Jesus despite the obstacles he faced, such as his short stature and societal disapproval. Emphasize how seekers, like Zacchaeus, may go to great lengths to find meaning and truth. This part of the story shows the initiative one must take in seeking Christ, even when feeling marginalized or unworthy. Perhaps discuss how every genuine seeker, despite past failures, is on the path to a life-changing encounter with Jesus, who responds to those who seek Him earnestly.

    2. The Savior's Invitation

    Luke 19:5–7 “And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.” So he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully. But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, “He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.””
    Maybe explore the moment Jesus calls out to Zacchaeus by name and invites Himself into Zacchaeus’s home, illustrating the personal and proactive nature of His salvation. Discuss the transformative impact when Jesus enters someone's life, ending the alienation Zacchaeus felt. This illustrates Jesus's readiness to reach those deemed unworthy by society, showing that no one is beyond His grace. Encourage believers to invite Jesus into all areas of life, trusting that His presence brings reconciliation and new beginnings.

    3. The Step of Transformation

    Luke 19:8–10 “Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.” And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he also is a son of Abraham; for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.””
    You could conclude by focusing on Zacchaeus's response to Jesus's acceptance, which leads to genuine repentance and restitution. This segment highlights the transformative power of Jesus's grace, compelling Zacchaeus to rectify his past. Discuss how salvation manifests in a changed heart and actions, fulfilling the promise of a Messiah who seeks and saves the lost. This illustrates God's redemptive plan, reinforcing the idea that salvation is for everyone, no matter their history. Encourage the audience to share this message of hope and transformation with others.

  • Luke 19:1–10 “Then Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. Now behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus who was a chief tax collector, and he was rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not because of the crowd, for he was of short stature. So he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him, for He was going to pass that way. And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.” So he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully. But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, “He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.” Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.” And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he also is a son of Abraham; for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.””
    My Neighbor her and her husband raised their two children for the American dream, not so much in Church but in private school, live in a gated community all their lives. entering into colloge first year their child drops out to party and and get high! she says to me I don’t understand it the country i’m from had weed everywhere and we never touched it. I do it is the sin nature we were born into and it is true We must be born again! we were born bound, the Bible says rejoice when we leave this world, and mourn when they come into the world.
    Today Salvation is come!! Pharoah did not want to let Israel go, it was going to hurt his economy. but the people he was holding had a covenant with God.
    Zacchaeus’s encounter with Jesus functions as a foil to that of the rich ruler (18:18–30). Both men are described as rich and both hold high office (“ruler” [ἄρχων], 18:18; “chief tax collector” [ἀρχιτελώνης], 19:2). But Jesus instructs only the rich ruler to distribute his goods to the poor (18:22). He makes no direct demands of Zacchaeus. Instead, he invites himself to his home. Zacchaeus responds to Jesus’ surprising insistence with rejoicing (19:6), and he pledges to give half of his goods to the poor and to make restitution for any dishonest dealings (presumably with the other half; 19:8). The rich man, by contrast, refused to distribute his wealth to the poor and turned away from Jesus deeply saddened (18:23).
    Israel in Egypt would hurt their economy, the people they made slaves already had a covenant with God.
    In the earlier story, Jesus then observed that it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into the reign of God. This bombshell prompts his listeners to ask, “Who … can be saved?” (18:25–26). The incident with Zacchaeus offers an answer when Jesus pronounces that today salvation has come to his house (19:9). While the rich ruler fancied himself to be righteous all these things have I kept from my youth.
    The tax collector cannot continue his same old life and think that is all he needs to do to receive another halo; he cannot simply confess the same sins without any reformation of his life (see Rom 6:1–11).
    The crowd presents an obstacle for both men who want to see Jesus (18:36; 19:3). They rebuke the blind man for crying out to Jesus, but Jesus intervenes by commanding that he be brought to him (18:39–40). Zacchaeus must break away from the crowd to see Jesus, and Jesus commands him to come down from a tree to host him, evoking the crowd’s indignation (19:5–7). The
    First panel (19:2–5) Second panel (19:6–10) Zacchaeus seeks to see Jesus (19:3a) Zacchaeus meets Jesus (19:6) Crowd interferes (19:3b) Crowd objects (19:7) Zacchaeus overcomes obstacle (19:4) Zacchaeus overcomes obstacle (19:8) Climax: Jesus speaks—“Today” (19:5) Climax: Jesus speaks—“Today” (19:9–10)
    Exegetical Outline I. Zacchaeus’s desire and endeavor to see Jesus (19:1–4) II. Jesus’ desire to stay with Zacchaeus (19:5) III. Zacchaeus’s joyful response (19:6) IV. The crowd’s hostile response (19:7) V. Zacchaeus’s public repentance (19:8) VI. Jesus’ public vindication of Zacchaeus (19:9–10)
    Chief Tax Collector: Chief meaning he had men working under him, and taking a cut of all they were making as well.
    He is rich, presumably because he has raked in big payoffs since Jericho was a significant import and export post. As a chief tax collector and a rich man he represents “the sinner supreme.”3 Despite his riches, he remains on the margins of society—disdained, if not hated, as a despicable, greedy, and laughable character.
    Beyond the text, we might imagine that he had experienced social ostracism, isolation, and contempt and had heard (4:14, 37) that Jesus received sinners and tax collectors (5:27–32; 15:1–2). Consciously or unconsciously, he may have been looking for the salvation Jesus offered.

    Luke 4:14 “Then Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and news of Him went out through all the surrounding region.”

    People don’t testify anymore. Don’t let the enemy shut your mouth about what God is able to do.

    Luke 5:27 “After these things He went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.””

    Luke 19:4 “So he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him, for He was going to pass that way.”

    The crowd might make way for someone who was respected in the community, but it would not do so for someone like Zacchaeus.
    Running ahead, he shamelessly scurries up a tree and perches on a limb. Zacchaeus’s resolve means that he does not mind looking ridiculous in his quest.

    Luke 19:5 “And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.””

    A. Zaachaeus is looking to learn who Jesus is only to discover Jesus already knows who he is.
    Luke 19:6 “So he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully.”
    Luke 19:7 “But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, “He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.””
    They expect Jesus to be on their side in snubbing Zacchaeus. It costs Jesus to go home with Zacchaeus because he now joins him as an object of ostracism.
    Luke 19:8 “Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.””
    Zacchaeus may be announcing his repentance and a pledge to change (a futuristic sense),
    He repented Turned away from his sin.
    Luke 19:9 “And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he also is a son of Abraham;”
    Today you will be with me in paradise.
    Luke 19:10 “for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.””

    1. Salvation from God’s Initiative

    Barclay claims that determination to achieve a goal is the point of the story: “Zacchaeus was short of stature but large of heart and overcame his disadvantage by determination.”18 This reading veers dangerously close to false doctrine: “salvation by determination.”
    Augustine writes that grace “is bestowed on us, not because we have done good works, but that we may be able to do them” (Spir. et litt. 16).

    2. Repentance: The Name of the Game

    In Luke, the release of sins is tied to repentance.
    Renounce. Turn away from

    A Savior for Seekers: The Good News of Salvation

    Bible Passage: Luke 19:1–10

    Summary: In this passage, we see the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector, who seeks to see Jesus and ends up receiving Him into his home. This illustrates the radical nature of salvation that Jesus brings, as it reaches those who are considered outcasts in society.
    Application: This Bible passage reminds Christians that salvation is not limited to the righteous or the religious elite, but is available to all who seek Jesus, regardless of their past. It encourages believers to reach out to others with the message of the Gospel and to embrace the transformative power of Christ in their lives.
    Teaching: The sermon could teach the importance of seeking Jesus and the joy that comes with salvation. It emphasizes God's willingness to welcome sinners and transform them, illustrating that everyone can experience true change through faith in Christ.
    How this passage could point to Christ: In the broader context of scripture, this passage points to Jesus as the Messiah who seeks and saves the lost. He embodies grace and gives hope to those who feel unworthy, fulfilling the promise that the Savior would come to rescue humanity from sin.
    Big Idea: The big idea of this sermon is that Jesus offers salvation to everyone, transforming lives and fulfilling God's redemptive plan. It emphasizes that no one is beyond the reach of His grace.
    Recommended Study: As you prepare this sermon, consider diving into the cultural context of tax collectors in ancient Palestine to explain Zacchaeus's social standing. Use Logos to explore various commentaries that discuss the significance of Jesus's interaction with Zacchaeus, especially regarding themes of repentance and restoration. Pay attention to the text's historical-critical aspects, particularly how Luke portrays Jesus's mission to the marginalized.

    1. The Seeker's Curiosity

    Luke 19:1–4 “Then Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. Now behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus who was a chief tax collector, and he was rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not because of the crowd, for he was of short stature. So he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him, for He was going to pass that way.”
    Zacchaeus's curiosity and determination to see Jesus despite the obstacles he faced, such as his short stature and societal disapproval. Emphasize how seekers, like Zacchaeus, may go to great lengths to find meaning and truth. This part of the story shows the initiative one must take in seeking Christ, even when feeling marginalized or unworthy. Perhaps discuss how every genuine seeker, despite past failures, is on the path to a life-changing encounter with Jesus, who responds to those who seek Him earnestly.

    2. The Savior's Invitation

    Luke 19:5–7 “And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.” So he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully. But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, “He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.””
    Maybe explore the moment Jesus calls out to Zacchaeus by name and invites Himself into Zacchaeus’s home, illustrating the personal and proactive nature of His salvation. Discuss the transformative impact when Jesus enters someone's life, ending the alienation Zacchaeus felt. This illustrates Jesus's readiness to reach those deemed unworthy by society, showing that no one is beyond His grace. Encourage believers to invite Jesus into all areas of life, trusting that His presence brings reconciliation and new beginnings.

    3. The Step of Transformation

    Luke 19:8–10 “Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.” And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he also is a son of Abraham; for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.””
    You could conclude by focusing on Zacchaeus's response to Jesus's acceptance, which leads to genuine repentance and restitution. This segment highlights the transformative power of Jesus's grace, compelling Zacchaeus to rectify his past. Discuss how salvation manifests in a changed heart and actions, fulfilling the promise of a Messiah who seeks and saves the lost. This illustrates God's redemptive plan, reinforcing the idea that salvation is for everyone, no matter their history. Encourage the audience to share this message of hope and transformation with others.
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