Luke 19:5
When Jesus came to that place, He looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry down, for I must stay at your house today.”
When Jesus looked up into that tree, the crowd saw a cheat. Jesus saw a man named Zacchaeus.
That’s the thing about God. He doesn’t squint through reputation. He looks past the labels others have pressed onto you as though they were old price tags. He sees you, the real you, hiding wherever, hoping to stay invisible.
Zacchaeus didn’t call out to Jesus. He didn’t feel he deserved a meeting. He just wanted a glimpse. But Jesus stopped, looked up, and said his name.
Your name is known too. Not your title. Not your mistakes. You.
God always sees what others overlook and He still calls you. He still loves you.
I’m Lonnie Davis and these are thoughts worth thinking.
Suggested Prayer: Lord, when I hide in the branches of shame, remind me that You already know my name and that you love me anyway.