Zacchaeus was a short man who collected taxes and took extra money from people. Nobody liked him.
When Jesus came to town, Zacchaeus couldn't see over the crowd. So he climbed up a sycamore tree!
Jesus stopped right under the tree. “Zacchaeus, come down! I'm coming to your house today!” Zacchaeus was so happy he changed his life and gave back everything he took, and more!
Key Verse
For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.Luke 19:10, ESV
Talk About It
How did Jesus' kindness change Zacchaeus?
Story Questions
Why did Zacchaeus climb a tree?
He was too short to see Jesus
What did Jesus say to Zacchaeus?
I'm coming to your house today
What did Zacchaeus do after meeting Jesus?
Gave back what he took, and more
Try This Today
Sing the “Zacchaeus was a wee little man” song or act out the story.
Pray Together
Jesus, thank you for seeking me and saving me. Change my heart like you changed Zacchaeus. Amen.