This week we start down the road traveled by Jesus as he enters Jerusalem: The Triumphal Entry. The King of Kings enter the Holy City & is greeted by the faithful who wave palm branches singing, “Hosanna. Hosanna.” Those who love Jesus sang, & still sing songs of: adoration, praise, & joy. Jesus is the long awaited Messiah, the one who would ransom Israel from captivity, freeing mankind from sin & death. As the King enters his city, this greeting is appropriate for the only one who could shoulder the burden of mankind: Jesus.
As we draw close to Palm Sunday we look at several important scriptures:
Psalm 118 is a psalm of praise to God for His deliverance. How do you resonate with the psalmists posture of praise to God? Can we recite this psalm with open hearts & attest to the saving power of our God?
John 12:12-50 describes the scene of Jesus’ entrance into the city. Imagine yourself as one of the onlookers. What would it have been like to be there as Jesus was riding into the city on a donkey? Too, as Jesus rides into the city in triumph, remind yourself of why he is going into Jerusalem: To be betrayed & crucified for our sins.
Isaiah 42:1-9 is an incredible description of Jesus. As you read through this scripture do you see Jesus like this? How does this description of Jesus expand on who you think he is? Often we get such a small idea of who Jesus is when in fact he is much larger than we realize.
As always, take some time each day to pray, relax, & spend time with God. Sit down in a quiet place (or noisy if you like) & allow the Spirit of God & His word to penetrate your heart. Allow space for God to change you into His image. As we do this God will transform us into the image of the Son He loves & we too will demonstrate the Kingdom of God here on earth. We are the church, the “called out ones.” We are the ones God uses to demonstrate His glory, patience, & power through. Let us: Read, Pray, & “do the stuff,” as a church in Santa Cruz & beyond.
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