Overlooked But Not Forgotten

Jesus was on His way to the cross—but He stopped for one man in a tree.

In this powerful and personal message, Matthew Balentine takes us into the story of Zacchaeus, a man dismissed by his community but noticed by the Savior. While the crowd saw a sinner, Jesus saw a soul. This sermon explores what it means to carry out the Great Commission where we are, starting with those who are most often overlooked.

You'll be challenged to:

Recognize the people in your life who may be climbing their own “tree” in search of hope

Step out of your comfort zone and into someone else’s world

Lead with relationship instead of religion

Invite yourself into someone’s life the way Jesus did—with love, not judgment

This message reminds us that evangelism isn’t just about going—it’s about seeing. The mission doesn’t begin across the globe; it begins across the table, the street, or the hallway.