The story of Zacchaeus (Lk 19: 1-10) fits well into the recent pre-Advent readings we have been reflecting on. He bears visible witness to the longing for the coming of Jesus that comprise a major theme of the "End Times" and the coming of Jesus. Zacchaeus desired to see Jesus so much, for one reason of another, that he even climbed a tree to compensate for his short stature and allow him to see Jesus. His desire, his effort was rewarded not only by recognition but also by a self-invitation to share his supper with Jesus, much more than he bargained for. It also resulted in a major change in his life as he promised to repay those whom he had cheated and give money to the poor. He stands as an example what longing for Jesus can do.
The question for our Advent prayer then comes to us, "How deep is our longing to make Jesus the center of our lives, to make him our focus and purpose?" Do we want to see him, serve him, love him enough to be willing to climb a tree to give him THE place of honor in our lives?
Bro. Rene
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