Though Zacchaeus came with baggage, Jesus’ decision to love anyway completely changed Zacchaeus’ life for the better.
Motivation to build relationships happens when we are moved by God’s love and have the courage to face our fears.
God’s forgiveness and love can soften even our most ungrateful hearts and motivate us to treat others around us with love and compassion.
Once our faith in God is strong, it becomes easy to overcome the temptation to be cynical in human relationships.