Passion Week 2026 - Day 1

Scripture: Matthew 21:6-11
'So the disciples went and did as Jesus commanded them. They brought the donkey and the colt, laid their clothes on them, and set Him on them. And a very great multitude spread their clothes on the road; others cut down branches from the trees and spread them on the road. Then the multitudes who went before and those who followed cried out, saying: “Hosanna to the Son of David! ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord !’ Hosanna in the highest!” And when He had come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, saying, “Who is this?” So the multitudes said, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth of Galilee.”'

Refection:
The scene was electric. Crowds gathered, hearts racing with anticipation. Jesus,
riding not on a warhorse but on a donkey, entered Jerusalem—fulfilling
prophecy (Zech 9:9) and yet defying expectations. The people cried,
“Hosanna!”—a cry for salvation, a shout of praise. They spread their cloaks and
palm branches, welcoming a king.

But not the kind of king they expected.

Jesus came not with swords, but with peace. Not to overthrow Rome, but to
conquer sin. His entry was royal, yes—but marked by humility and purpose. The
donkey symbolized peace, the cloaks and palms symbolized honor. But He
came for something far deeper: our hearts.

In the same way, Jesus desires to enter your life—not as a distant ruler, but as
the King who brings peace, salvation, and purpose. Will you lay down your cloak
today—your pride, your fear, your control—and welcome Him?

Prayer:
Jesus, I welcome You today not just into my thoughts, but into every corner of
my heart. Thank You for coming in humility, for being the King who saves, not
by force, but by love. Help me to lay down anything that stands in the way of
Your rule in my life. Hosanna—save me now, and reign forever in me. Jesus
name...Amen.