The story of Jesus and the Tax Collector
Jesus helping peopleRaynette K. Weiss Ministries run by Our Lord and on earth by Rev. Raynette K. Weiss and Assistant Minister Jessie K. Weiss Written by Raynette K. Weiss and Jessie K. Weiss. We invite you to lesson on Learning how to get our life right with Our Heavenly Father if not already right. Thursday November 30, 2023.
Romans:13:6-7 6 And this is also why you pay taxes. Rulers are working for God and give their time to their work. 7 Pay everyone, then, what you owe him. If you owe any kind of tax, pay it. Show respect and honor to them all.
Jesus and the Tax Collector by Moral Lessons:
This story is one of those times in the Bible where Jesus didn’t just tell us how we are to help other people. Rather, he showed us how we are to do it.
In Jesus’ time, tax collectors were considered some of the most sinful people that ever walked the earth. They took bribes and would often line their pockets at the expense of the people. Zaccheus was one of those people.
Upon hearing that Jesus was coming to their city to preach, Zaccheus was very curious. Since he was a small man, he climbed a tree to get a better view of Jesus over the crowds lining up to meet him. Jesus noticed him and told him that for that day, he will stay at his house.
When the crowds heard about it, they muttered upon themselves about why Jesus would dine with a sinner.
Hearing this, Zaccheus said to Jesus that he would give half his possessions to the poor. He also promised to pay back anybody he has cheated four times the amount he owed them.
Jesus was pleased to hear this and he declared that on that day, salvation had come to Zaccheus’ house.
After reading the story, you might have wondered what part of it is about helping others. You see, the simple act of Jesus expressing his desire to dine with Zaccheus is already helping him. He is a sinner and the people most likely didn’t treat him well. But Jesus accepted him for who he was, regardless of his faults. And that is the most powerful thing you can do for someone. Sometimes, that’s all a person ever really needs.
Will be resuming our normal lessons tomorrow. Had a technical problem. We hope you enjoy this bible story.
Closing Prayer; Heavenly Father we thank you for the story of Jesus and the tax collector. Help us to be more like you and accept a person for who they are no matter what. We pray that all the children that read this or are read to understand it and that Jesus and The Holy Spirit will help them understand. In Jesus name we pray. Amen.
Prayer of Salvation to become a child of Our Heavenly Father. Lord Jesus, I confess my sins and ask for your forgiveness. Please come into my heart as my Lord and Savior. Take complete control of my life and help me to walk in Your footsteps daily by the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank you Lord for saving me and I know you will answer my prayers. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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