As a child, the bible story of Zacchaeus was one of my favorites. I'm not sure why except for the fact that it was short, I heard it often, and we always sang this song on the day it was being told.
A bit of background about Zacchaeus...
Zacchaeus was a cheater who stole money from the people in his town, but despite the fact that no
one liked him, Jesus went to his house.
The people didn't understand why Jesus would want to spend his time with a sinner. What they didn't realize was they were all sinners just like you and I. Thankfully, Jesus loved Zacchaeus enough to walk with him and talk with him. I am so blessed to know that even though I am a sinner, Jesus takes the time to walk and talk with me.
I am also extremely thankful that I am one of God's children who will get to spend eternity with him in heaven.
A bit of background about Zacchaeus...
Zacchaeus was a cheater who stole money from the people in his town, but despite the fact that no
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The people didn't understand why Jesus would want to spend his time with a sinner. What they didn't realize was they were all sinners just like you and I. Thankfully, Jesus loved Zacchaeus enough to walk with him and talk with him. I am so blessed to know that even though I am a sinner, Jesus takes the time to walk and talk with me.
I am also extremely thankful that I am one of God's children who will get to spend eternity with him in heaven.