10/04/2022
HOSANNA
Sunday (April 10): Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord
Scripture: Luke 19:28-40
Meditation: Does the King of glory find a welcome entry in your home and heart?
Jesus went to Jerusalem knowing full well what awaited Him - betrayal, rejection, and crucifixion.
The people of Jerusalem, however, were ready to hail Him as their Messianic King! Little did they know what it would cost this king to usher in His kingdom?
Jesus' entry into Jerusalem astride a c**t was a direct fulfillment of the Messianic prophecy of Zechariah (9:9):
"Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion. Shout aloud, O daughter of Jerusalem. Lo, your king comes to you; triumphant and victorious is he, and riding on a donkey and upon a c**t the foal of a donkey."
The c**t was a sign of peace. Jesus enters Jerusalem in meekness and humility, as the Messianic King who offers victory and peace to His people.
That victory and peace would be secured in the cross and resurrection which would soon take place at the time of Passover.
Jesus Christ came to bring us the kingdom of God. He is the true King who offers peace, joy, and everlasting life for those who accept His kingship.
Does the King of glory find a welcome entry in your heart and home? Do your walls echo with the praise of His glory?
"Lord Jesus, be the King and Ruler of my heart, mind, life, and home. May my life reflect your meekness and humility that you may be honored as the King of glory!