Show Notes
Anna and Matt tell the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector who climbed a tree just to see Jesus. Through this story from Luke 19, we'll learn that Jesus came to save sinners and that Jesus has the power to change our hearts.
🌟 What Kids Will Learn:
🌳 Jesus sees us. Jesus noticed Zacchaeus even when he was hiding in a tree.
❤️ Jesus loves sinners. Zacchaeus had done wrong things, but Jesus still wanted to spend time with him.
🔄 Jesus changes hearts. After meeting Jesus, Zacchaeus wanted to make things right.
✝️ Jesus came to save sinners. He died on the cross and rose again so we can be forgiven and follow him.
📖 Bible Passage:
Luke 19:1–10
🧠 Big Truth:
✝️ Jesus came to save sinners. He died on the cross and rose again so we can be forgiven and follow him.
🏡 Try This at Home:
This week, think of one way you can be generous, like:
Helping someone who needs groceries
Giving money to help people in need
Sharing your time to help someone else
Generosity is one way we show that Jesus is changing our hearts.
🎶 Song Featured:
Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids
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