Podcasts about zaccheus

Jesus came to seek and save the lost. Though some have seen Zaccheus' determination as the main point of this passage, it's really about the sovereign call and transforming power of Jesus. He called out to Zaccheus; He invited Himself to his home; His grace stirred Zaccheus' heart to repentance. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on February 8, 2026.

Zacchaeus did not have very many friends. Mostly because he wasn't very friendly. But one day he met Jesus and all of that changed! Join Arlo, Kelby, and Tilly as they learn all about Zacchaeus.

In Luke 19, Zaccheus heard that Jesus was coming through his town. Because he was of a small stature, he climbed a tree in order to get a good look and Jesus. His tactic worked! Jesus saw this despised tax collector and instead of judging him, invited Himself to Zacchaeus' house. He chose to have supper with a sinner which did not go well with the religious leaders. Unmoved by them, Jesus stepped into the life of a man who felt unworthy of the Master's attention and changed his life forever. For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save the lost.”Luke 19:10 In a similar fashion, we should be aware of those around us and be willing to meet them where they are. Our mission should be to create an opportunity to share Christ's message of love and redemption. As we study this lesson today, we will get a glimpse of the Apostle Paul's strategy in reaching others with the gospel so that some may be saved. Prayerfully, we will learn to share Jesus with others by taking the time to understand their strains and struggles and serve with them. The post SHARING JESUS IN A POST-CHRISTIAN WORLD: Jesus Displayed (YOU-Win’26, Study 2, Session 4) appeared first on YOU.

In this fourth message in the Faith@Work series, we use the story of Jesus' encounter with Zaccheus the tax collector to discuss God's radical acceptance for us and how that story models our call to be radically accepting of others. Following Jesus' example, the first step in radical acceptance is to understand that we are called to reach out to those who are flawed, and who may even find themselves unworthy of connection with God and others. In some cases, the first step is to see that, even in our flaws, we recognize our need for a relationship with God, and His calling on our lives. Our second step is to be with those people where they are, and our third step is to model what a better path forward might be. This calling models our own faith journeys: we are sinners, saved by God's grace, and not by our own works. However, our calling does not end with our salvation. We are influenced by that same grace to follow God's plan and to influence others on the same journey.

This week in worship, we learn about a man who went to great lengths to reach Jesus. Zaccheus was small in stature, but big on faith. What do you do to reach Jesus? How high or far will you go?

Zacchaeus was not popular. A lot of people thought he was a liar and a cheater. Who knows why people thought that, except for the fact that he WAS a liar and a cheater. But then one day Jesus invited himself over for dinner. Find out what happened next!

Presented by Lauren Stibgen With all this talk about how important work is to God and for the kingdom, it may feel like a heavy burden as a follower of Jesus. But you are not called to doing good works and making disciples alone! We should work, yoked with Jesus, walking with him and considering his ways. Christ gives us a clear example of how to love others well. Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; steadfast love and faithfulness go before you (Psalm 89:14). Think about the people Jesus loved in the Gospels. They were never perfect, and neither are you and I! Think about how Jesus took time to see people. Whether it was Zaccheus, the tax man of small stature up in a tree, or the bleeding woman crawling down in the dirt to just touch Jesus's robe. Are there people you need to take time to see? Jesus was very good at seeing one person at a time. In the busyness of our work, it is easy to forget the people involved as we move from meeting to meeting and project to project. Just like you and me, they have feelings about work, and things happening in life we may or may not know about. Pause for a moment and think of your workplace. What would change if you thought about your boss or colleagues like Jesus would? What do you see? Righteousness, justice, steadfast love and faithfulness: while we can never measure up to the perfect Jesus Christ, we can choose to reflect his love better every day at work. Maybe this feels heavy, and you don't know where to start. Thinking about making disciples at work may be new to you and that is alright! In Matthew 11:28-29, Jesus calls us in our work to come to him when we are weary and heavy laden; he can give us rest. He tells us to take his yoke upon us and to learn from him. He is gentle and lowly in heart. In Jesus, we find rest for our souls. His yoke is easy, and his burden is light. Turn to Jesus as you consider God's plans for your work. He wants to come alongside you and guide you!

#20 | "Jesus and Zaccheus" | Luke 19:1-10 | Levi Scott

Series: N/AService: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Caleb Wray

The Story of Bartimaeus ( Luke 18:35-43 ) Cry for _________________ (18:35-38) Persistent _______________ (18:39) Jesus' __________________ (18:40-42) A _____________________ life (18:43) The Story of Zaccheus ( Luke 19:1-10 ) Zaccheus wants to ___________ Jesus (19:1-4) Jesus seeks after the __________…

Scripture: John 14:6–7 Jesus said, “I am the Road, also the Truth, also the Life. No one gets to the Father apart from Me. If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well. From now on, you do know Him. You've even seen Him!”The Gist:❤️ 1 Peter 5:7: “Give all your worries to God, for He cares about you.” Don't assume God doesn't care about all your worries, big & small, and the above love, care, & protection of scripture is evidence (to prove) that God won't help you. ❤️ Don't assume God won't help you or doesn't want to help you with your problems Judges 6:13❤️ Luke 8:35–36 (healed demon-possessed man) & Luke 19:1–10 (story of Zaccheus). Don't assume people can't change or that God's power can't change anyone.❤️ Don't assume that only you can do a certain job Exodus 18:14, 21–22 — when Moses was trying to do it all alone, his father-in-law encouraged him to appoint leaders to help him carry the load.❤️ Don't assume you have all the answers — we don't even understand all the questions! Only God knows everything. Job 38:2–4❤️ Don't assume your problems can't be solved. God knows the answers. We are often so ahead that we question/problem-think Matthew 14:17-19❤️ Don't assume the worst in others — you might miss out on what they have to offer you.  1 Chronicles 19:2–3❤️ Don't assume immediately that someone else is wrong — you may not have all the facts & they might! Joshua 22:11–16, 21–27❤️ Don't assume you know all the ways God can respond to your need. Acts 16:27–30 Digging Deeper:What other assumptions have taken up residence in your heart and mind that might need to be countered with God's Word?Which of my current worries feels "impossible" to me? Why?Where do I limit God by assuming how He "should" work?

Sermon by Barry Heasley from the Lewiston Church of Christ on Dec. 28, 2025.

Zacchaeus did not have very many friends. Mostly because he wasn't very friendly. But one day he met Jesus and all of that changed! Join Arlo, Kelby, and Tilly as they learn all about Zacchaeus.

The world is now the UPSIDE DOWN! On this episode, Paul & Ashley look into a world of "Stranger Things," — where Marjorie Taylor Greene apologizes on CNN, renounces Trump, admits there's no “4-D chess,” and says she's leaving Congress because she can't help people from inside the chaos. Is this real change? A political shift? A crack in the MAGA universe? And the big question: CAN MAGA REPENT?! Could MAGA Christians hear this and actually reconsider their loyalty to Trump, Republican extremism, and MAGA evangelicalism? We explore: ✨ Repentance as a change of mind, not a magic prayer ✨ Nicodemus, Zaccheus, and biblical examples of unexpected transformation ✨ Why some hearts soften… while others harden ✨ Whether MTG could become the wake-up call no one expected Join the conversation; step with us into the Upside Down and see if Stranger Things can happen. #Evangelicalish #ReligiousRightReligiouslyWrong #postevangelical #UnconventionalPastor #GodIsNOTmadAtYou #MindRenewal #Rethink @UnconventionalPastorPaul #WellBeing #Deconstruction #reconstruction

Pastor Andy preaches over Luke 19:1-10 on November 2nd, 2025.

Zacchaeus was not popular. A lot of people thought he was a liar and a cheater. Who knows why people thought that, except for the fact that he WAS a liar and a cheater. But then one day Jesus invited himself over for dinner. Find out what happened next!

Send us a textNote: We have had some unexpected travel delays and were unable to record during our usual recording time. So we are reposting S1 Year C Proper 26. Thanks for joining us!In this episode, we consider the readings for Proper 26 (Year C in the lectionary cycle): Luke 19:1-10; 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12; Psalm 119:137-144; Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4.In this episode we discuss Zaccheus' penitence, Paul's prayer for the Thessalonians, the Psalmist's confessional prayers, and Habakkuk's dialogue of complaint and trust as well as the Lord's response.Notes:The Bible Project--Bible Project's overview of Habakkuk--Bible Project's overview of 2 ThessaloniansDwell Bible App Our outro music is an original song by our friend Dcn. Jeremiah Webster, a poet and professor whose giftedness is rivaled by his humbleness. You can find his published works, including After So Many Fires, with a quick Google.

Robo Kreps teaching on Luke 19:1-10.

We are happy to have you with us! If there are any issues with the stream feel free to message us.

Psalm 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good; Happy are those who take refuge in him. The lost are those who have yet to take refuge in God. They haven't tasted and seen that Yahweh is good. These are the people we are called to reach. Luke 19:1-2 Zaccheus was a bad man, engaged in a despicable profession that betrayed and exploited his own people. Luke 19:3-6 Jesus noticed Zaccheus. He wasn't so busy or task-oriented that he missed the wealthy man who had climbed the tree. As a high-status rabbi, inviting himself over to Zaccheus's house was a huge honor to Zaccheus. Luke 19:7 There will always be critics when you spend time with the lost. Even so, we want to be like Jesus and seek out those who are spiritually hungry. Luke 19:8-9 Zaccheus repented on the spot. He's ready to change his life. Love calls for a response. Martin Luther King used to say that love had within it a redemptive power. Luke 19:10 Jesus came to seek out and to save the lost. If you want to be like Jesus, you, too, should seek out the lost. Those who are lost really need help (Eph 2:12).The post Reaching the Lost first appeared on Living Hope.

Zacchaeus did not have very many friends. Mostly because he wasn't very friendly. But one day he met Jesus and all of that changed! Join Arlo, Kelby, and Tilly as they learn all about Zacchaeus.

Zaccheus was rich and a chief tax collector; thus he was very unliked by others. Yet Jesus looks up at him, calls him by name, comes to his house, and ultimately transforms Zaccheus the greedy and dishonest man into a new creation. Jesus does this for all who believe in Him, and He always acts first. It's not that Zaccheus or anyone wanted a relationship with Jesus first, but Jesus who initiates and begins relationships with us. Now in our new creation identities, we follow Christ and seek the lost like our Savior.

Mini: Let's review the story of Zaccheus with the songs: "Zaccheus", "Hurry, Hurry", "Lie Not" and our memory verse John 8:29 "I do always those things which please Him." Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

What can you find in a tree? Leaves? Animals? Zaccheus? Find out why Jesus found Zaccheus hiding in a tree in today's lesson. Mem. vs John 8:29. Check out this week's coloring pages at https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ Child helpers: Dylan, Kent, Issac, and Audrey. Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

What can you find in a tree? Leaves? Animals? Zaccheus? Find out why Jesus found Zaccheus hiding in a tree in today's lesson. Mem. vs John 8:29. Check out this week's coloring pages at https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ Child helpers: Dylan, Kent, Issac, and Audrey. Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. Larson Don't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/ If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.com The Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317. If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=). Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little Lessons All Bible verses are from the NKJV. Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy Nelson Editing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh Larson Music Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy Hall Coloring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie Rodriguez Theme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com  God: who gives talents for us to use for Him

Common Tables Aug 17, 2025 sermon // Ordinary Time - Luke 19:1-5 // Summer Symposium w/Rev. Dr. LaKeisha CookWe welcome the Rev. Dr. LaKeisha Cook, executive director of the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy and the final guest of our Summer Symposium worship series! Dr. Cook led our reflection on the story of Zaccheus, whose life is transformed when Jesus calls him down from a sycamore tree to host holiness in his home (Luke 19).

Zacchaeus was not popular. A lot of people thought he was a liar and a cheater. Who knows why people thought that, except for the fact that he WAS a liar and a cheater. But then one day Jesus invited himself over for dinner. Find out what happened next!

Sermon Notes:· Philippians 4:4 – Rejoice in the Lord always; I will say it again, Rejoice!· Admit we are powerless.· Realize God is greater than us and he can restore us to sanity.· We make a decision to turn our will and lives over to the care of God.· We make a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.· We admit to God, ourselves, and another person the exact nature of our wrongs.· We are ready to have God remove all the defects of our souls.· We humbly ask God to remove our sins.· “How do I get him/her/them to change?”· “How do I get God to change him/her/them?”· You can't change another person· Groveling doesn't heal the relationship.· You can only change you.· You are responsible for your slice of the pie.· Matthew 7:3 – Why do you look at the speck in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?· Make a list of people we harmed and become willing to make amends to them all.· Matthew 5:23-24 – Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar and there remember your brother something against you, 24 Leave! Your gift before the altar and Go! First to be reconciled with your brother; then come, offer your gift.· Your relationships with others impacts your relationship with God.· “Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors.”· Make a list of people we have harmed.· Become willing to make amends.· They don't deserve it.· I don't want to.· God will forgive me without me making amends· Galatians 6:7: Do not be deceived; God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.· I can't think of anyone I harmed.· Luke 19:8 – Look, Lord! Here and now I give half my possessions to the poor and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount.· Heavenly Father, forgive me for the harm I have done. I want to make amends. Please guide me.LIFE Group Discussion QuestionsOpener: In your opinion, why do people have a hard time admitting they have harmed someone else?1. Read Matthew 5:23-242. Notice the immediacy Jesus demands. What does this tell you about being reconciled with other people?3. In your opinion, how do broken relationships impact our relationship with God?4. In your opinion, what kind of character traits are required to leave your offering and go to be reconciled with your brother or sister?5. Read Luke 19:1-106. Is there anyone in your life that reminds you of Zaccheus?7. What does it say about Zaccheus that he is willing to make amends?8. Imagine the scene at Zaccheus' house after Jesus leaves Jericho. How many people take Zaccheus up on his offer? How do they feel about Zaccheus after he reconciles with him? How does Zaccheus collect taxes from this moment forward?

Zacchaeus did not have very many friends. Mostly because he wasn't very friendly. But one day he met Jesus and all of that changed! Join Arlo, Kelby, and Tilly as they learn all about Zacchaeus.

Send us a text In today's episode, we present you with another gift, and we feel it is one that will keep on giving. This is our 32nd Q&A, and it has left us wondering. How do you keep coming up with such great questions? We tackle questions about Esau, Zaccheus, the Roman centurions, and then we finish out with one about Noah. Bro Donnie and Bro Sam give some really good answers, while the 3 of us have a lot of fun today. There's no sense in you missing out, why don't you come and study God's Word with us today? 

Zacchaeus was not popular. A lot of people thought he was a liar and a cheater. Who knows why people thought that, except for the fact that he WAS a liar and a cheater. But then one day Jesus invited himself over for dinner. Find out what happened next!

Zaccheus exemplifies, simplicity of vision and purity of passion. Tuesday • 6/10/2025 •Tuesday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 5)  This morning's Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Deuteronomy 30:11–20; 2 Corinthians 11:1–21a; Luke 19:1–10 This morning's Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)

For resources connected to biblical theology visit handstotheplow.org and jasonderouchie.com. Click here to support the work of Hands to the Plow. 

In this message, Pastor Candace Pringle explains how Jesus stood in the gap for Zaccheus, and how we can too, from Luke 19."Stand In The Gap” is a Spring 2025 FVChurch series about the power of intercession. Find sermon notes, discussion questions, and more, at https://fv.church/media-blog-2025/2025/3/30/standing-in-the-gap

This is the 200th episode of The Bible Workshop Podcast!! It's time for you to share your testimony with others. Be encouraged by a man named Zaccheus, as we workshop a passage from Luke 19.

Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comLuke 19 Compassion and repentance go together. Jesus shows compassion for a tax collector by approaching him, and Zaccheus responds by repenting of his sinful past. Jesus establishes a kingdom of workers who will carry His saving message. As the parable of the minas indicates, some will reject Him and be wasteful with their opportunities. But those who engage enthusiastically in sharing Him with others will be rewarded. As Jesus approaches Jerusalem for the last time, some worshipers gather to praise Him. But sadly, many in Jerusalem do not. It hurts Jesus to see so many reject His mercy. Jesus goes to the temple to drive out the greedy men and this enrages the Jewish leaders. These men prove to be the hateful and wasteful citizens from the parable of the minas.    Jesus went out of His way to help a tax collector in a tree, a man most would avoid. The parable of the minas, or even the talents, is only understood from this perspective. The work of cultivating His investment in us demands reaching people who are seeking Jesus. Evangelism is at the heart of discipleship. Jesus came to seek and save the lost. The Jewish leaders simply could not understand this. They wanted to protect their own established traditions, even though it had led to ungodly behavior, like money changing in the temple. They hated Him for demanding that they focus less on themselves and more on others. We must emulate Jesus and never these men of selfish motives.   Merciful Father, we are Zaccheus. We are sinners in search of someone to love us. Jesus has come, brought salvation to us, and challenged us to repent and lovingly serve Him faithfully. Lord, we are forever indebted to Him. Please give us the wisdom to know how to show that in the way we love, teach, and help others. You have invested in us, and we pray for the courage to multiply that investment. We will worship Your Son with boldness and joy. Please discipline us to focus less on self, money, and status, and more on kingdom ministry.  -       What would it require for you or me to derail our day to stop and notice Zaccheus and then go to his home? How can we be more like Jesus? -       You belong to Jesus. This is such a peaceful place to be. How important is it for you to share that hope with people who need Him? -       It seems money and greed kept the Pharisees too blind to see Jesus. What can you do each day to keep that from happening to you?

While escorting Jesus to his home, Zaccheus is overcome by the power of the Holy Spirit and born again through repentance and faith. As they stand in the street, they are surrounded by a great crowd of disciples and onlookers. According to the ancient Roman historian Josephus, approximately two million pilgrims would flood into Jerusalem to celebrate Passover, so the crowds must have been enormous. In this atmosphere the religious excitement is high. Every miracle Jesus does adds to the growing conviction that He is indeed their Messiah and that when He arrives in the capital city, He will begin a revolution to free them from Rome's bondage, like Moses freed them from Egypt's. Unfortunately, in spite of all that Jesus has said earlier (Lk 9:22,44; 18:31-34), even His disciples are caught up in this misguided fervor. So He addresses a parable to them which is intended to correct their thinking so that when He does come to judge the earth, they will not be ashamed. To purchase Pastor Steve's newest book Understanding Romans: Life-Changing Lessons from Paul's Greatest Letter, visit Amazon.  Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge.   

Zacchaeus was not popular. A lot of people thought he was a liar and a cheater. Who knows why people thought that, except for the fact that he WAS a liar and a cheater. But then one day Jesus invited himself over for dinner. Find out what happened next!

Zacchaeus was a tax collector in Jericho who became very rich from exploiting people's finances. One day Jesus passed through Jericho, and Zaccheus did everything he could to see Jesus, even climbing a tree because he was too short to see him in the crowds. Then Jesus calls up to Zacchaeus to come down from the tree because Jesus planned to come to his house, and while the crowd is shocked Jesus would go to the house of a “sinner,” Zacchaeus responds with saying he will give half of everything he owns to the poor. Church leader Vicky Griffiths helps us in this message to understand the significance of this interaction. It seems like Zacchaeus is seeking Jesus, but really Jesus is seeking him. This message is also part of Family Sunday and is designed for grade school kids to listen in, too.

In this episode of the Bear Necessities Podcast, Austin and Reece discuss the Chicago Bears recent signings and give their updated Mock Draft 2.0. Austin and Reese breakdown the fit of Olameade Zaccheus and potential add Rondale Moore in Ben Johnson's scheme and how their additions could bring a new dynamic to the Bears Passing Attack.  Austin and Reece also breakdown how they hope the Chicago Bears should approach the draft and the players they would be most interested in come NFL draft night.  Business Inquiries: Bearnecessitiespodcast@gmail.com

"Born in Chalcedon, he was little of stature, like Zaccheus, but great in spirit and faith. He denied himself to the world at the age of fifteen and settled near the River Euphrates in a little hut, where he atoned for his sins, and prayed to God, at first with his teacher Mayum and then, after Mayum's death, alone. By the power of his prayers he filled an empty well with water, healed the sick of various pains and tamed wild beasts. There was a tamed lion with him as his servant. He had insight into distant happenings. When robbers attacked a stylite, Pionius, at some distance from him, and beat him up to such an extent that he decided to come down from his pillar and go to complain to the judges, St Aninus saw his intention in his soul and sent him a letter by means of his lion, telling him to set aside his intention, to forgive his assaulters and to continue in his asceticism. He was inexpressibly generous. The bishop of Neo-Caesarea made a gift to him of a donkey, to ease his carrying of water from the river, but he gave this donkey to some poor man who had complained to him of his poverty. The bishop gave him a second donkey, but he gave that away. Then the bishop gave him a third donkey, not for his own but only to serve as a water-carrier, to be kept and returned. At the time of his death, he saw Moses, Aaron and Or coming to him and calling: 'Aninus, the Lord is calling you. Get up and come with us.' This he revealed to his disciples, and gave his spirit to the Lord whom he had served so faithfully. He was 110 years old when he finished his earthly course." (Prologue)

"Born in Chalcedon, he was little of stature, like Zaccheus, but great in spirit and faith. He denied himself to the world at the age of fifteen and settled near the River Euphrates in a little hut, where he atoned for his sins, and prayed to God, at first with his teacher Mayum and then, after Mayum's death, alone. By the power of his prayers he filled an empty well with water, healed the sick of various pains and tamed wild beasts. There was a tamed lion with him as his servant. He had insight into distant happenings. When robbers attacked a stylite, Pionius, at some distance from him, and beat him up to such an extent that he decided to come down from his pillar and go to complain to the judges, St Aninus saw his intention in his soul and sent him a letter by means of his lion, telling him to set aside his intention, to forgive his assaulters and to continue in his asceticism. He was inexpressibly generous. The bishop of Neo-Caesarea made a gift to him of a donkey, to ease his carrying of water from the river, but he gave this donkey to some poor man who had complained to him of his poverty. The bishop gave him a second donkey, but he gave that away. Then the bishop gave him a third donkey, not for his own but only to serve as a water-carrier, to be kept and returned. At the time of his death, he saw Moses, Aaron and Or coming to him and calling: 'Aninus, the Lord is calling you. Get up and come with us.' This he revealed to his disciples, and gave his spirit to the Lord whom he had served so faithfully. He was 110 years old when he finished his earthly course." (Prologue)

In this message Judah explores the story of Zaccheus and how his interaction with Jesus shows us how He came to restore us back to innocence. SUBSCRIBE TODAY for Weekly Service messages, Daily Guided Prayers, & more! Download the FREE Churchome app in the Apple App store or Google Play store! https://www.churchome.org/app

In this message Judah explores the story of Zaccheus and how his interaction with Jesus shows us how He came to restore us back to innocence. SUBSCRIBE TODAY for Weekly Service messages, Daily Guided Prayers, & more! Download the FREE Churchome app in the Apple App store or Google Play store! https://www.churchome.org/app

Today's Promise: Luke 19:4-5 Jesus cared about individuals. Although he taught the crowds, He always took the time to personally meet the needs of the sick and hurting. When Jesus came across a corrupt tax collector named Zaccheus, He could have condemned him for his corrupt business practices, but He looked past all that to a short little man with a hurting heart. God knows your name. God loves the world, but He loves you just as much. He knows your name and wants a relationship with you.

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Genesis 47-48; Psalm 10; Luke 19 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to today's episode of Daily Radio Bible. On this 19th day of January, join Heather as she guides us through our daily journey through the scriptures. Heather shares her heartfelt return after dealing with personal challenges, including the passing of her mother and her daughter's hospitalization. Today's readings cover Genesis chapters 47 and 48, Psalm 10, and Luke 19. Heather delves into powerful stories such as Jacob blessing Pharaoh, Joseph managing the severe famine, and Jacob's final days including his blessings for Manasseh and Ephraim. We also explore Psalm 10's lament and plea for justice, and the transformational encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus in Luke 19, concluding with the parable of the ten servants. Heather's reflections emphasize the recognition of our identity in Christ, the importance of investing in our loving King's riches, and the generous, kind nature of our King. Join us in prayer and spiritual contemplation as we draw closer to God's love through the scriptures. Stay connected with us at dailyradiobible.com and don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Let's go forward with the joy of the Lord as our strength, always remembering that we are deeply loved. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Do you see it? 2 of the 3 servants described in this parable saw it. They saw a gift and an opportunity. All 3 were chosen by the king to steward his riches. They had no riches of their own. They were given the opportunity to be made wealthy by someone else's wealth. They would be honored by the king, and that honor would be multiplied simply by investing money that wasn't even theirs. They harvested riches that they did not plant. They were given cities that they had no hand in building or growing. That is the kind of king we serve. He is generous and loving, so much so that he blesses us with things that we haven't and cannot earn. He has chosen us to invest his riches, and then he multiplies our honor even beyond that. What a good, generous, kind, and loving king. 2 of the 3 servants saw it. Zaccheus, the disciples, and some notorious sinners saw it. But one servant of the king saw the complete opposite. He got it completely wrong. His response to the generous king was, master, I hid your money and kept it safe. I was afraid because you are a hard man to deal with. Taking what isn't yours and harvesting crops you didn't plant. This servant is deceived about who the master is, what the master's heart is like, and who he himself is. He has forgotten that he is a servant, that he has nothing, and that he has a responsibility to the king. That's his role. That's who he is. He has forgotten his identity. Apart from the king, he has no riches or honor. He has forgotten this and missed the loving, generous heart of the king. Our king rewards, honors, and multiplies his blessing upon us, his people, who have nothing apart from him, simply because he is a King of love. May we invest our loving King's riches and see the honor in doing it. May we recognize our identity in him, our King of love. That's a prayer that I have for my own soul. That's a prayer that I have for my family, for my wife, and my daughters, and my son. And that's a prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

Sign-up for my free 20-day devotional, The Word Before Work Foundations, at http://TWBWFoundations.com--Series: Mere Christians of the BibleDevotional: 1 of 5Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. Jesus said to him, “Zacchaeus…I must stay at your house today.”...All the people saw this and began to mutter, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinner.” But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount.” Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house.” (Luke 19:1-2, 5, 7-9)If you're reading this, chances are you're not a pastor or donor-supported missionary, but a “mere Christian” like me who works as an entrepreneur, barista, or programmer. Today I'm kicking off a new series here on The Word Before Work exploring the lives of some mere Christians in the Bible and what they can teach us about our own work in the present—starting with Zaccheus.After choosing to follow Jesus, modern readers half expect Jesus to call Zaccheus to abandon his “secular” work. But Luke mentions no such calling. Most scholars I've read believe that just as John the Baptist urged the tax collectors he baptized to return to their posts, Jesus likely encouraged Zaccheus to do the same (see Luke 3:12-14). Because as pastor John Piper says, “You don't waste your life by where you work, but how and why.”Believer, as you step into the New Year, trust that “where you work” is exactly where God wants you today. But, like Zacchaeus, ask yourself if God is calling you to re-examine how and why you work.I used to think Zacchaeus was uniquely corrupt. However, according to the Theology of Work Commentary, his actions were likely just “industry standard practice.” Until Jesus opened his eyes, Zacchaeus was blind or indifferent to how his work harmed others. He was “just doing his job.”The lesson for us is clear: Following Jesus as mere Christians requires that we question the conventional wisdom of our workplaces and industries to uncover opportunities for redemption and renewal. Here's a 5-step process to help:Pray for God to reveal how your work might harm others. Identify a common practice in your field worth questioning. Ask why this practice is done this way and what fundamental principles drive it. Evaluate those principles against God's Word. Reimagine the practice with a commitment to God's glory and others' good.Zacchaeus may have done this work alone, but you're more likely to succeed with other believers. Seek out fellow mere Christians inside and outside your field to tackle this together today!

Today is Tuesday, November 19, 2024, The Feast of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Widow, a 3rd class feast, with the color of white. In this episode: The meditation: “The Conversion of Zaccheus,” today's news from the Church: “St. Margaret Mary Alacoque: Her Life and Missions,” and today's thought from the Archbishop. We'd love your feedback on these Daily Devotionals! What do you like / not like, and what would you like us to add? podcast@sspx.org Sources Used Today: Practical Meditations  (Angelus Press) “ Margaret Mary Alacoque: Her Life and Missions” (FSSPX.news) https://fsspx.news/en/news/st-margaret-mary-alacoque-her-life-and-missions-2-48561 The Spiritual Life- Archbishop Lefebvre (Angelus Press) - - - - - - - Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> - - - - - - - Explore more: Subscribe to the email version of this Devotional - it's a perfect companion! Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ - - - - - What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  - - - - - - What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

Kevin solo today the day after Washington's 28-27 loss to Pittsburgh with some discussion and information about Jayden Daniels' rib injury. Updates to his Commanders-Steelers "Game-Take" along with Dan Quinn on the Ertz 4th down spot, Zaccheus as a punt returner Thursday night in Philly, and excitement about facing the Eagles in a first-place NFC East showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices