Light + Truth Seeking the Lost
Sep 25, 2025
In this discussion, John Piper, a renowned Reformed pastor and theologian, dives deep into Luke 19, focusing on Jesus' mission to seek the lost. He reveals the surprising story of Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector whose quest for Jesus was driven more by curiosity than faith. Piper explores why Jesus chose to dine with sinners, highlighting the joy in repentance and the importance of reaching out to the marginalized. He encourages bold outreach strategies, urging listeners to creatively connect with those often deemed unreachable.
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Jesus' Mission: Seeking The Lost
- Jesus intentionally sought out those others avoided, showing his mission to find the lost.
- Luke frames Zacchaeus as a case study of the Son of Man's purpose to seek and save the lost.
On The Way To Jerusalem
- Jesus was 'on his way' to Jerusalem and acted under the cloud of his imminent death.
- That background deepens the wonder that he still looked out for lost people like Zacchaeus.
Zacchaeus' Disgraced Standing
- Zacchaeus was a chief tax collector who got rich by fraud and was despised by fellow Jews.
- Luke's details imply his status made him especially unlikely to be in the kingdom, heightening the miracle of his salvation.
