“So he ran on ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see him, for he was about to pass that way.” – Luke 19:4
How eager are you to see Jesus? Sure, you like Him but how desperate are you to see Him, hear Him, and experience Him? Zacchaeus was rich, powerful, and deeply unpopular. He was also beyond desperate to see Jesus. Are you that eager to catch a glimpse of Jesus or has your enthusiasm for Him cooled over time since you became a believer?
Zacchaeus was willing to embarrass himself by climbing a tree just to see the Lord. Are you tree-climbing eager to see and meet with Jesus each day? How excited are you for your daily quiet time with God? How hungry are you each day to read the Bible and hear Jesus? How desperate are you for your prayer-time talk with your friend and brother Jesus? How delighted are you to gather with others and worship Jesus?
If your fire has cooled, take time to reflect, once more, on Who Jesus is. He is the eternal Son of God. He is God come in the flesh. He is your Savior. He is your Lord. He walked on water and turned water into wine. He healed the sick, cast out demons, and raised the dead. He sacrificed Himself for your sins, suffered terribly, died brutally, and rose from the dead. He loves you and walks with you and has united Himself with you.
These are extraordinary things! He sustains the universe and yet is always with you. He reigns over all things but enjoys spending time with you. Are you as eager as Zacchaeus to spend time with Jesus? Get excited about your times with Jesus every day and throughout each day!