He Calls Me By My Name

This account occupies a very serious place in Luke's Gospel because it is Jesus' last personal encounter before he arrives in Jerusalem and the events leading to his death. We see here Zacchaeus seeking Jesus and Jesus seeking Zacchaeus.

The sovereignty of God is at work here. Jesus comes to the lost as a friend. He is a friend of tax collectors and sinners. Like the rich young ruler, Zacchaeus has it all, but his salvation helps us see what is possible with God.

Jesus evidently has a soft spot for sinners like Zacchaeus!