Jesus Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem

Jesus entered the city riding on a donkey with people strewing their cloaks before Him

and calling out “Hosanna, blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord, even the

King of Israel!” But did they really understand what Jesus was coming to do? They

expected Him to rescue His people, drive out the godless Romans, bring political

freedom, and usher in an era of peace and prosperity. When the same people saw

Jesus convicted by Pilate and condemned to die on a cross, they were not only

disappointed, they were angry. Their misplaced hope and false expectations made

them resent Him; they no longer had any use for Him.

We can fall into this same trap. But does Jesus really guarantee success in our earthly

days? No! Jesus clearly told the disciples to expect the exact opposite. He does

provide for us, but sometimes we prioritize our life circumstances and our personal

needs over our spiritual needs. Jesus came not as a war conqueror, but as the humble

and righteous Savior. He came to die so we would receive something much better:

peace that passes understanding, salvation from death forever.