Outcast Zacchaeus Reference Luke 19 1 10 TEACHER

Outcast: Zacchaeus Reference: Luke 19: 1 -10 TEACHER: Mrs. Edrica Ferguson

OBJECTIVES 1. State THREE facts about Zacchaeus 2. Explain why tax collectors were considered outcasts. 3. Describe Zacchaeus’ encounter with Jesus. 4. Discuss how Christians should treat those who are considered outcasts. 5. Evaluate Zacchaeus’ moral conscience. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 2

VOCABULARY • Publican – Jewish tax collector • Taxes – a sum of money demanded by a government for its support or for specific facilities or services, levied upon incomes, property or sales. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 3

TAXATION IN THE BAHAMAS • Value Added Tax (12%) • Real Property Tax • Import Duties • License Fees (business, vehicles etc. ) • Stamp Taxes Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 4

FACTS ABOUT ZACCHAEUS He was a: 1. Publican/Tax Collector 2. Outcast 3. Short of Stature 4. Climbed up a sycamore tree to see Jesus 5. Sinner Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 5

Reading Activity! Luke 19: 1 -10 Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. 2 A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. 3 He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. 4 So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see Him, since Jesus was coming that way. 5 When Jesus reached the spot, He looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today. ” 6 So he came down at once and welcomed Him gladly. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 6

Reading Activity cont’d Luke 19: 1 -10 All the people saw this and began to mutter, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinner. ” 8 But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount. ” 9 Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham. 10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost. ” 7 Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 7

Tax Collectors: Outcasts Examine this picture. Use the clues to determine why Zacchaeus was an outcast. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 8

• He was a tax collector who worked for the Roman Government. • Publicans cheated the people by over charging them and keeping the excess money for themselves. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 9

Jesus and Zacchaeus Arrange the events in order. Zacchaeus was so convicted by Jesus’ teachings that he told Jesus that he would give half of his wealth to the poor and if he cheated anyone, he would give them four-times as much as he stole from them. Jesus told Zacchaeus that because of his repentant heart, salvation had come to his house because the Son of Man had come to seek and to save the lost Zacchaeus was a Publican. He wanted to see Jesus but the crowd was so thick that he climbed a sycamore tree in order to see, because he was so short. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 10

Jesus and Zacchaeus (Answer) Zacchaeus was a Publican. He wanted to see Jesus but the crowd was so thick that he climbed a sycamore tree in order to see, because he was so short. Zacchaeus was so convicted by Jesus’ teachings that he told Jesus that he would give half of his wealth to the poor and if he cheated anyone, he would give them four-times as much as he stole from them. Jesus told Zacchaeus that because of his repentant heart, salvation had come to his house because the Son of Man had come to seek and to save the lost Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 11

How did Jesus treat the outcast? He welcomed those who were spiritually and physically sick. He ate and drank with them, touched and healed them. He loved them. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 12

The Christian Response to the Outcast Jesus throughout His teachings emphasized the importance of helping and considering those who were less fortunate. In addition, the many healings that Jesus performed show us that He was concerned with the condition of the poor and those who were rejected by society. Organizations in The Bahamas such as the “All Saints Camp of St. John the Divine”, the Salvation Army, Great Commission Ministry, Life Line Ministries, Churches and other Christian Ministries along with civic organizations help to assist the poor and the rejects of society by feeding, clothing, sheltering, and ministering to their spiritual needs through counseling and leading them to salvation. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 13

ZACCHAEUS Why did Zacchaeus wanted to see Jesus? Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 14

He wanted to change his lifestyle as a tax collector. He knew that anyone who came in contact with Jesus gain salvation. After gaining salvation, he promised to give half of his wealth to the poor and if he cheated anyone, he would give them four-times as much as he stole from them. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 15

ASSIGNMENT RELIGIOUS STUDIES WEEK 4: LESSON 10 GRADE 11 OUTCAST: The Leper “The Gateway to a Better Life Assignment” NAME: ____________ GRADE: ______ SCHOOL: ___________ ISLAND: ____________ TEACHER: __________ This is important to us! Please fill out the necessary information above. Then, answer the following questions in complete sentence/s. The number of marks for each question is shown at the end of the question. Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 16

ACTIVITY 10 a. Define the term ‘taxes’ and explain ONE type of taxation in The Bahamas. (4) b. Explain why Zacchaeus was considered to be an outcast. (2) c. Why did the Jews hated the tax collectors? (3) d. Describe the events that took place when Zacchaeus invited Jesus to his house. (4) e. “When one comes in contact with Jesus, his/her life is changed”. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Discuss your views fully and give an opposing view to show that you have thought about different points of view. (7) TOTAL POINTS 20 Zacchaeus Designed by Mrs. Edrica Ferguson 17

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