{"id":3839,"date":"2026-06-24T06:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/?p=3839"},"modified":"2026-06-20T11:53:39","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T16:53:39","slug":"jesus-and-zacchaeus-luke-19-1-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/jesus-and-zacchaeus-luke-19-1-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Jesus and Zacchaeus: The Savior Who Seeks the Lost (Luke 19:1\u201310)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"h-the-audience-luke-is-writing-to\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Audience Luke Is Writing To<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luke continues writing to&nbsp;<strong>Theophilus and readers seeking certainty about the identity and mission of Jesus Christ<\/strong>. Therefore, he records one of the most beloved encounters in the Gospels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The placement of this story is significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus has just healed Blind Bartimaeus near Jericho.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, as He passes through the city, Luke presents another miracle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, this miracle is not the restoration of physical sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is the transformation of a human heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together, these two interactions reveal why Jesus came.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He opens blind eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And He seeks lost people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Luke 19:1-10 NASB<br>He entered Jericho and was passing through. And there was a man called by the name of Zaccheus; he was a chief tax collector and he was rich. Zaccheus was trying to see who Jesus was, and was unable because of the crowd, for he was small in stature. So he ran on ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree in order to see Him, for He was about to pass through that way. When Jesus came to the place, He looked up and said to him, &#8220;Zaccheus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your house.&#8221; And he hurried and came down and received Him gladly. When they saw it, they all began to grumble, saying, &#8220;He has gone to be the guest of a man who is a sinner.&#8221; Zaccheus stopped and said to the Lord, &#8220;Behold, Lord, half of my possessions I will give to the poor, and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will give back four times as much.&#8221; And Jesus said to him, &#8220;Today salvation has come to this house, because he, too, is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-key-focus-of-the-passage-and-jesus-character\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Focus of the Passage and Jesus\u2019 Character<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The focus is&nbsp;<strong>salvation, grace, and the mission of Christ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus reveals Himself as&nbsp;<strong>the Savior who actively seeks the lost and transforms lives through His presence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This interaction contains one of the clearest mission statements Jesus ever gives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cFor the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That statement becomes the key to understanding not only Zacchaeus but much of Luke\u2019s Gospel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-people-in-the-interaction\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The People in the Interaction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This interaction includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Jesus<\/strong>, passing through Jericho<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Zacchaeus<\/strong>, a chief tax collector<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>The crowd<\/strong>, observing the encounter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The people of Jericho criticized Jesus\u2019 actions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-happened-in-the-scene\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Happened in the Scene<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Jesus enters Jericho, Luke introduces a man named Zacchaeus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Immediately, Luke provides important details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zacchaeus is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">A chief tax collector<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Wealthy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Socially disliked<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tax collectors were already viewed with suspicion because they collected taxes for Rome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many enriched themselves through dishonest practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a chief tax collector, Zacchaeus likely supervised others and possessed significant influence and wealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, despite his success, Zacchaeus wants to see Jesus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowd is large.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His stature is small.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, he runs ahead and climbs a sycamore tree to gain a better view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then something unexpected happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looks up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cZacchaeus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your house.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notice the surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zacchaeus does not invite Jesus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus invites Himself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The seeker suddenly discovers he is being sought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-deep-theology-of-divine-pursuit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Deep Theology of Divine Pursuit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At first glance, the story appears to be about Zacchaeus seeking Jesus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the deeper truth is exactly the opposite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus is seeking Zacchaeus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This theme appears throughout Scripture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adam hides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">God seeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lost sheep wanders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The shepherd seeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And the prodigal son returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The father runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And now Zacchaeus climbs a tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yet Jesus is already moving toward him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Gospel begins not with humanity pursuing God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Gospel begins with God pursuing humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most comforting truths in Scripture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our salvation ultimately rests upon God\u2019s initiative rather than our effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-the-crowd-complains\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why the Crowd Complains<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowd immediately begins grumbling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cHe has gone to be the guest of a man who is a sinner.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This complaint should sound familiar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luke has recorded similar objections throughout Jesus\u2019 ministry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The religious mindset asks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhy would Jesus associate with sinners?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus repeatedly demonstrates the same answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because that is precisely why He came.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowd sees Zacchaeus\u2019 reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus sees Zacchaeus\u2019 need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowd sees his past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus sees his potential redemption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowd sees a tax collector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus sees a man created in God\u2019s image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-evidence-of-genuine-salvation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Evidence of Genuine Salvation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then the story takes a dramatic turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zacchaeus stands and announces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cBehold, Lord, half of my possessions I will give to the poor, and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will give back four times as much.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notice what happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus does not command this response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grace produces it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the clearest pictures of genuine repentance in the Gospel of Luke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zacchaeus does not perform good works to earn salvation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He performs good works because salvation has reached him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His heart changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And the transformation becomes visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His relationship with money changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His relationship with people changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And his priorities change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The evidence of salvation appears in the fruit of his life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-today-salvation-has-come\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u201cToday Salvation Has Come\u201d<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus then declares:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cToday salvation has come to this house.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notice what He does not say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He does not say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cToday perfection has come.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cToday salvation has come.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The emphasis is on God\u2019s saving work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus recognizes authentic faith and authentic repentance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The transformed actions of Zacchaeus reveal that something deeper has already occurred within his heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-mission-statement-of-jesus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Mission Statement of Jesus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then Jesus concludes with one of the most important statements in Luke:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cFor the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This verse summarizes the entire Gospel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why did Jesus heal?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To seek and save the lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why did Jesus forgive sinners?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To seek and save the lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why did Jesus eat with tax collectors?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To seek and save the lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why will Jesus go to Jerusalem and ultimately to the Cross?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To seek and save the lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything points back to this mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-mood-and-tone\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mood and Tone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tone moves from&nbsp;<strong>curiosity \u2192 pursuit \u2192 invitation \u2192 criticism \u2192 transformation \u2192 celebration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And through every stage, grace remains the driving force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-jesus-reveals\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Jesus Reveals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus reveals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">He actively seeks lost people<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">No one is beyond redemption<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Grace precedes transformation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Salvation produces visible fruit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">God values people more than reputations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The mission of Christ is rescue and restoration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-response-of-the-others\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Response of the Others<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-zacchaeus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Zacchaeus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He responds with joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He welcomes Jesus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And he demonstrates repentance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-crowd\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Crowd<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They criticize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And they focus on Zacchaeus\u2019 past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-jesus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Jesus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He pursues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He welcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And He saves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-lesson-for-us-in-2026\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Lesson for Us in 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-jesus-still-seeks-the-lost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Jesus Still Seeks the Lost<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No one is beyond His reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-grace-comes-before-transformation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Grace Comes Before Transformation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus accepted Zacchaeus before Zacchaeus changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-genuine-faith-produces-fruit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Genuine Faith Produces Fruit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changed hearts eventually produce changed lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-god-sees-beyond-reputation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. God Sees Beyond Reputation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Human labels never limit God\u2019s grace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-salvation-is-personal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Salvation Is Personal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus knew Zacchaeus by name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And He still calls people personally today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-final-reflection\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Reflection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story of&nbsp;<strong>Jesus and Zacchaeus<\/strong>&nbsp;reminds us that salvation begins with God\u2019s pursuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zacchaeus climbed a tree hoping to see Jesus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, he discovered Jesus had already seen him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That remains true today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long before people begin searching for God, God is already seeking them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long before repentance occurs, grace is already moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And long before transformation becomes visible, the Savior is at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And when salvation truly arrives, it changes everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not merely behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not merely reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But the entire direction of a person\u2019s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So the question becomes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Have I merely become interested in Jesus\u2014or have I responded to the Savior who is already seeking me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-suggested-reading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Suggested Reading:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-stand-firm wp-block-embed-stand-firm\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"4FFBIg9XeG\"><a href=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/who-do-you-say-i-am\/\">Who Do You Say I Am?<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u201cWho Do You Say I Am?\u201d \u2014 Stand Firm\" src=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/who-do-you-say-i-am\/embed\/#?secret=MFPO1keoO2#?secret=4FFBIg9XeG\" data-secret=\"4FFBIg9XeG\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-stand-firm wp-block-embed-stand-firm\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"SCU0372pHh\"><a href=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/who-are-you-seeking-to-please-those-around-you-or-god\/\">Who Are You Seeking To Please? Those Around You Or God?<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u201cWho Are You Seeking To Please? 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