1. 1. Jesus passing through – he’s always moving, a man on a mission
But not so much so that he can’t stop and deal with an individual
Are we too busy with ‘important’ things?

2. 2. Chief tax collector AND wealthy
Hated because collecting for Romans (fixed price, so could charge what liked)
?Hated because rich? Same as bankers today?
Short – hated because not allowed in temple? So sinner?

3. 3. Wanted to see who Jesus was
Climbed up sycamore-fig tree (symbol of Israel and blessing)
Maybe also thought could hide and not be seen looking at Jesus?
Also took the time to find out his name?

4. 4. People muttered – grumbled! Eating with a sinner! Contaminated?

5. 5. Zacchaeus shows he’s not as bad as people think – look at what he gives (or will give?)
Half of goods given away, fourfold reparation (more generous than prescribed)

6. 6. Salvation has come – no repentance (not needed? Shown by acts?)
No blame for stature
Didn’t change jobs!

7. 7. Seek and save the lost
Who are the lost?
Those who seem different to us?
Or those assuming things about other people?