Daily Devotional – ‘In His Footstep’
By Kingdom Support Initiatives (KSi)
October 10th 2023

A Lesson from Zacchaeus

And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up and saw him and said unto him, Zacchaeus, make haste and come down; for today I must abide at thy house. Luke 19:5

Bible Reading: Luke 19:1-10

The story of Zacchaeus is an insightful story that teaches us never to allow our limitations to hinder us in life. Jesus was passing through Jericho when Zacchaeus heard about Him. Zacchaeus was a corrupt tax collector. He was rich but of small stature. His small stature which seemed like a barrier was actually instrumental to his seeing Jesus. Zacchaeus changed his perspective; instead of giving excuses, he created a way. Zacchaeus perhaps would not have devised a solution if he did not desire to see Jesus. Do you really desire to see Jesus? Do you desire to know Jesus? “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man” Hebrews 2:9. The good news is that as many that desire to see Him, He will appear unto them. Zacchaeus did not allow any situation to debar him from reaching his goal, he climbed up to a sycamore tree and by so doing, he caught Jesus’ attention and Jesus followed him to his house. May you do something that will make God pause and look in your direction this season! Divine visitation is your portion!

I want you to know that Jesus is always passing your way but only those who are spiritually alert will be able to lay hold of Him. He passed through Jericho and Samaria (John 4:4) and a great revival broke forth. A one-time prostitute became an evangelist. He will pass your way this season and you will not miss your divine timing in Jesus’ name.

Self-Reflection: Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8

Daily Confession: Jesus, I really need you in my life. I ask for divine visitation for a turnaround in my life.

Intercessory prayer: I pray for divine visitation for those who need Jesus in their lives.

Hymn: I am so glad that Jesus loves me

Jesus loves me (x2)

I am so glad that Jesus loves me

Jesus loves even me.