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We learn, lastly, from these verses, that converted sinners will always give evidence of their conversion. We are told that Zaccheus “stood, and said unto the Lord, the half of my goods I give unto the poor; and if I have taken anything from any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold.” There was reality in that speech. There was unmistakable proof that Zaccheus was a new creature. When a wealthy Christian begins to distribute his riches, and an extortioner begins to make restitution, we may well believe that old things have passed away, and all things become new. (2 Cor. 5:17.) There was decision in that speech. “I give,” says Zaccheus–“I restore.” He does not speak of future intentions. He does not say, “I will,” but “I do.” Freely pardoned, and raised from death to life, Zaccheus felt that he could not begin too soon to show whose he was and whom he served.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

—Expository Thoughts on the Gospels<\/strong><\/p>

James Tissot, Zacchaeus in the Sycamore Awaiting the Passage of Jesus https:\/\/t.co\/t9ToFF4sFP<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/g5LylEtFpO<\/a><\/p>— Ben (@lectionaryart) November 27, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote>