Luke 19:1-10

The story of Zaccheaus is about a man who looks for Jesus and finds him. People are always searching for Jesus--and he is present in our midst. Last night 19 year old Zach had dinner with me, a sex worker, speed freak, his birthday is this week. I bought him a back pack for his birthday, and in those moments at dinner I talked to Jesus; Michael came by for needles, James for counseling, and this morning, Jake came by for supplies, and again I talked to Jesus.  Jesus is present in our midst. He may not give us everything he wants, but he does give us what we need. In those three I received a sense of love, and fulfillment in being present with them, my life was whole and fulfilled.  Like Zachaeus we meet Jesus everyday--if we but look for him, and he comes in those unexpected moments. I am cooking the meal for tonight, getting ready for my group from MCC. The menu is black eye peas with vegegables and noodles, nutri bars, and water to drink.  Deo Gratis! Thanks be to God!