Warm-up

1. Who are the despised and disrespected people in our society today?

Exploring Scripture

Read Luke 19:1-10

2. How does Zacchaeus try to see Jesus? Why? 

3. What did Jesus say to Zacchaeus? 

4. How did Zacchaeus respond to Jesus’ request? 

5. Why did the crowds begin to mutter and gossip among themselves? 

6. What changes did Zacchaeus make in his life in response to Jesus’ interest in him? 

7. How had salvation come to Zacchaeus’ house? 

8. How is the concluding verse of this passage significant?

Application

9. If we want to share our faith with someone, how much attention should we pay to their status and reputation?

10. What do the actions of Zacchaeus reveal about the power of God to change hearts?

11. How can we allow God to seek and save the lost through our lives this week?