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11/03/2025
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Two wealthy men sought Jesus; both encountered him (Lk 18:18-24; Lk 19:1-10), a rich young ruler and a high-ranking tax collector. The ruler was not immoral, but loved his money more than Jesus. Zaccheus, working in a system that promoted dishonesty, graft and thievery, responded to Jesus’ inviting himself to stay at his home. When he heard the gossip, “This man has gone to be a guest at the home of a sinner,” he immediately stopped and said to Jesus, “Half of my possessions I will give to the poor, and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will give them back four times as much” (v8).
One sadly went away; his wealth owned him. The other went to dinner with Jesus.






