Theme: Zacchaeus was a man who loved power, wealth, and status. As a tax collector, however, he was shunned by polite society. Inwardly, he had not found satisfaction in his accumulation of wealth. Whatever it was that made him climb a tree to see Jesus, he found what his inward man longed for.

Setting For The Sermon Monologue: Zacchaeus is in the lectionary readings. He is a fascinating little man about whom children sing. He can tell his own story better than I can preach about him.

I AM ZACCHAEUS

Hello? Surprised to see me? Yes, I am Zacchaeus. You don't look happy to see me. Please don't close the door!

You're right. I was here just last month -- and collected a tidy sum then, didn't I? No -- No! I'm not here to bleed more money out of you. In fact, I bring this gift of bread, date…