What happens when a loser finds a Friend
17th May 2005
Jesus intended to pass through the city of Jericho. He had an agenda. He was on His way to Jerusalem, to enter the city triumphantly. An event that was anticipated by prophets of the Old Testament as well as cherished and re-enacted by Christians even centuries later. He was going to just pass through this city. But for a short, despised, social menace, one who was viewed by the masses with suspicion, distrust and even fear.
This one, Zacchaeus, was the head tax collector. He held a powerful position which he abused often. Doubtlessly, he brought much pain and distress to countless others.
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