Faith That Works
Luke 19:1–10

Introduction:

Jesus is heading to Jerusalem to fulfill the Kingdom way, but first, He demonstrates that salvation brings a "Faith that Works." Zacchaeus illustrates this through C.P.R.: Childlike Carefreeness (climbing the tree), Passionate Promptness (coming down in haste), and Radical Restoration (giving back fourfold). Zacchaeus realized there was No Other Way (NOW) to respond to the King than to abandon his status as a "taker" and become a "giver." This week, we examine if our faith is just a set of beliefs or if it is a living C.P.R. for our souls.

Reading Plan:

Day 1: Luke 19:1-4 - (C) What "adult" pride or worry keeps you from seeking Jesus with childlike carefreeness?
Day 2: Luke 19:5-7 - (P) Where are you procrastinating instead of responding to Jesus with passionate promptness?
Day 3: Luke 19:8 - (R) What specific area of your life needs radical restoration to prove your faith is "working"?
Day 4: James 2:14-17 - Is your faith merely a stated belief, or is it alive through your actions?
Day 5: Ephesians 2:8-10 - Since you are saved for "good works," what specific work has God prepared for you today?

Reflection Questions:

How can you practice Childlike Carefreeness this week to see Jesus more clearly?
Why is Passionate Promptness necessary when Jesus calls you, rather than waiting for a "better time"?
How does your life reflect Radical Restoration in the way you treat people or handle resources?
If Jesus stayed at your house today, what would He find that is evidence of a "Faith that Works"?

Challenge & Prayer Focus:

Challenge: 
Perform a C.P.R. Action. Choose one of the three (be undignified/childlike, respond immediately to a nudge, or restore a wrong) and do it before the week is over.

Prayer:
“Lord Jesus, thank You for the C.P.R. You bring to my life. Help me to climb past my pride, respond to Your voice with haste, and live a life of radical restoration. May my house and my heart be evidence that salvation has come today. Amen."