Hosanna

April 8th – Matthew 21:19

Matthew 21:19

They waved palm branches high, shouting “Hosanna!” as Jesus entered Jerusalem, hearts full of expectation and excitement. The crowd welcomed Him like a King. But their idea of a king was one of power, not sacrifice. Days later, those same voices that praised Him turned to cries of “Crucify Him!” It’s easy to cheer for Jesus when life is good, when He’s doing what we expect. But what about when He doesn’t meet our expectations? When following Him requires surrender, sacrifice, and faith in the unseen?

Praise should flow from a heart committed, not just in moments of blessing, but in seasons of pain and confusion. As Easter draws near, we must ask ourselves this. Do I follow Jesus with my whole heart, or only when it’s easy? Am I a true disciple or just part of the crowd? He gave everything for us. Will we give our all for Him? This Holy Week, let our hosannas come from a place of deep love and unwavering devotion. Let them echo not just on Sunday, but every day we choose to follow our Savior.

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November 26th – Psalm 118:24

Psalm 118:24

Life has its up and downs, and some days are better than others. But each day that we are given, is a precious gift from God. And the morning dawn brings with it fresh opportunities. Opportunities to love another, to grow in our relationship with God, and to start anew. Yet while the Lord is indeed the Creator of every day and we should in fact rejoice in each one, the psalmist is actually speaking about a specific day. The wonderfully glorious day in which Jesus triumphantly entered the city of Jerusalem. Riding on the back of a donkey, He entered the city praised as “the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” (Luke 19:38) So give thanks. For our Savior, Jesus Christ, and each day we are given on this earth to spend with those we love. Rejoice and be glad in it!

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December 4th – Zechariah 9:9

Zechariah 9:9

Could you imagine being in the crowd as Jesus made His triumphant entry into Jerusalem? Oh the excitement and joy that filled the crowd as they watched their promised Messiah riding humbly on a donkey, a symbol of peace, entering the City of David as the as King of the Jews and heir to the throne. As they watched the prophecy of Zechariah fulfilled before their eyes, no wonder they couldn’t help but cry out in jubilation, “Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord; hosanna in the highest!” (Matt. 21:9)

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