There’s a challenge in Zacchaeus’ story. Vertically challenged, he climbs a tree to see Jesus. By climbing a tree he finds the courage and clarity he needs. Indeed, he finds redemption clinging to the tree’s branches, rescued from his past life of corruption, and freedom to live as Jesus’ disciple. Whatever attracts us to Jesus, once our eyes are opened we must review our life to date and, where prompted, make amends for all that contradicts the way of life God invites us to adopt.
