In this week’s lesson, "Little Zacchaeus", Jay Mijares examined Luke 19:1–10 and the remarkable encounter between Jesus and a man considered by many to be beyond redemption. Zacchaeus, a wealthy and corrupt chief tax collector, sought desperately to see Jesus, going so far as to climb a tree to catch a glimpse. In a shocking twist, Jesus calls Zacchaeus by name and invites Himself to his home, sparking criticism from the surrounding crowd. But in response, Zacchaeus displays genuine repentance and faith, promising to give generously to the poor and repay anyone he has wronged. This encounter reveals the depth of God's grace and the urgency of seeking Jesus. Zacchaeus climbed that tree not for show, but with deep yearning for something more. His desperation reflects the kind of earnest seeking that leads to transformation. Jesus, fully aware of Zacchaeus’s past, calls him by name and extends an invitation to relationship. That same invitation is extended to us, regardless of our status, history, or reputation. God sees the honest seeker and responds—not based on worthiness, but on readiness to receive Him. The story affirms that true repentance produces visible change. Zacchaeus’s life pivoted from self-serving greed to generous restoration, not because he was coerced, but because his encounter with Jesus changed him from the inside out. This is the heart of the gospel: Jesus came to seek and save the lost. His love isn’t reserved for the religious elite, but for anyone willing to humbly respond to His call. So when Jesus calls your name, how will you respond?