WorksheetsHow well do you know the Story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 from the Come Follow Me New Testament: Behold, Thy King Cometh May 20–26 2019
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Why did the people despise Zacchaeus in Luke 19?
His Job: He was the Chief Publican, therefore he was automatically a sinner
He was Rich
He was little in stature both physical and in other minds "mentally"
He was considered as a religious elite
All of the above describe Zacchaeus
Check all the reasons why we might exclude others, ignore God's children or our brothers and sisters in the gospel?
They're not physically attractive or beautiful
They live their lives differently due to their personal "religion"
They have a disability
They have an ethnic appearance that's different from our race
They're socially awkward or quirky (dress or act differently)
How does Jesus teach us to be a good example to others like Zacchaeus in Luke 19?
v5 He sees others in the tree or wherever they're hanging
v5 Abides with us and spends time and attention to all our details
v9 Sees others as sons and daughters of God
v10 Seeks out those that are different, saves all who are lost
All above: The worth of souls is great in the sight of God. D&C 18:10
Zacchaeus' low self-worth would probably have been a factor in his life...
Select the lie the world wants you to believe about yourself.
Your worth is determined by looking and acting in the world’s way.
Following the Lord’s way builds a sense of eternal worth.
Select the truth God wants you to believe about yourself.
Your worth comes from how you compare to others.
Everyone has different gifts. You can feel good about yourself and be grateful no matter what your talents are.
Select the lie the world wants you to believe about success.
Self-esteem comes from worldly success like trophies, who's who awards etc.
God’s view and expectations are what matter.
Select the truth God wants you to believe.
Good self-esteem is all about building me.
You’ll find joy in serving God and others.
Which of the Savior’s words DO NOT help us understand the way he viewed Zacchaeus and us?
“For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.” Luke 19:1-10
“all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him” (2 Nephi 26:33)
“By your own words I will judge you, you worthless servant” Luke 19:22
What are the desires of your heart, similar to those Zacchaeus had?
Spiritual and Temporal Education and training
Blessings for Righteousness
Desire to believe, increase faith, then act... Come and See
Overcome the desire to sin
All of these desires are great qualities to become like Him
What are you doing to seek the Savior, as Zacchaeus did?
Learn to love & respond appropriately to my enemy and be kind to them
Everyday I need to study the scriptures, pray, serve others and be forgiving, increase my obedience unto perfection, acknowledgment of His divinity...
All of the above improves my personal relationship with the Savior
