Zacchaeus Meets Jesus

In this episode, In the sermon, we explore the powerful encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1–10. Zacchaeus was a wealthy tax collector, socially rejected and spiritually hungry. Despite the crowd and his own limitations, he climbed a tree just to catch a glimpse of Jesus. What happened next changed everything.

 

Jesus saw him, called him by name, and invited Himself into Zacchaeus’ home—before any repentance or restitution. That’s grace. Zacchaeus responded with joy, repentance, and radical generosity, offering half his wealth to the poor and fourfold restitution to those he had wronged.

 

Zacchaeus story reminds us that:

•     Jesus sees us, even when we feel small or ashamed.

•     He calls us personally and desires relationship.

•     He meets us where we are, not where we pretend to be.

•     True repentance bears fruit—justice, mercy, and generosity.

•     Salvation isn’t just personal—it transforms our homes and communities.

 

Whether you’re feeling distant, distracted, or disqualified, Jesus is still saying, “Come down—I must stay with you today.” Let’s respond with open hearts and generous lives.

 

This sermon was preached live at Cornerstone Christian Fellowship in the Mimico Toronto area. We meet every Sunday morning at 10:30AM. If you are looking for a church you are welcomed here. Visit our website gccornerstone.org for more information. We pray you find this message inspiring.