Meditate.
As Jesus and the disciples
approached Jerusalem, they came to the town of Bethphage on the Mount of
Olives. Jesus sent two of them on ahead. "Go into the village over
there," he said. "As soon as you enter it, you will see a donkey tied
there, with its colt beside it. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone asks
what you are doing, just say, 'The Lord needs them,' and he will immediately
let you take them." This took place to fulfill the prophecy that said,
"Tell the people of Jerusalem, 'Look, your King is coming to you. He is
humble, riding on a donkey—riding on a donkey's colt.'" The two disciples
did as Jesus commanded. They brought the donkey and the colt to him and threw
their garments over the colt, and he sat on it. Most of the crowd spread their garments
on the road ahead of him, and others cut branches from the trees and spread
them on the road. Jesus was in the center of the procession, and the people all
around him were shouting, "Praise God for the Son of David! Blessings on
the one who comes in the name of the LORD! Praise God in highest heaven!"
The entire city of Jerusalem was in an uproar as he entered. "Who is
this?" they asked. And the crowds replied, "It's Jesus, the prophet
from Nazareth in Galilee." Matthew 21:1-11
“Praise God” was the chant…Hosanna. Hosanna to the Son of David. God had promised that a descendent of David would be the Messiah—the savior of the world. That crowd of people was looking for a savior as a political ruler—not a spiritual savior. What are we looking for today? If Jesus came walking into town today would people recognize Him? Would they shout Hosanna and throw palm branches and their coats on the ground for Him to walk on? Do people today search for a political leader or a spiritual leader? Peace. Peace. Everyone wants peace and prosperity, but at what cost?
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Is that the Jesus with whom you are growing a relationship today?
Prayer ~ Lord Jesus, help us to see You as our Savior, our Priest, and our King and to show other people not only what You have done, but what You are going to do. Hosanna! Blessed are You—King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Come quickly, Jesus.
Verse of Salvation ~ But may all who search for you be filled with joy and gladness in you. May those who love your salvation repeatedly shout, "The LORD is great!" Psalm 40:16
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