Hosanna to the Son of David: Blessed is He that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. Matt 21:5

So often there is much fanfare that surrounds political dignitaries, prestigious and powerful people, famed artist, and many other esteemed notables. They have an entourage of supporters to prepare and provide for their reception and ensure that their presence is honored with the highest praise, greatest noise, large street filled parades, and extreme excitement. Nothing less would be expected for any of the world’s royalty or national dignitaries. Yet the King of kings, and Lord of lords (Rev 19:16) humbly road into Jerusalem on a lowly donkey, surrounded by careless children, the outcast of society, poor, blind, and lame. “He came unto His own and His own received Him not” (Jn 1:11). The children of Israel were looking for the coming Messiah, ready to receive him, and join him to support his kingdom rule with their presence. Jesus came not to be served, but to serve. He came not to be honored among men, but “humbled Himself…unto death, even death of the cross” (Phil 2:8). He came “to seek and save that which was lost” (Lk 19:10). The scripture passage reminds us to behold the glory of Jesus “as of the Only-Begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth” (Jn 1:14). Those who praised Him at His lowly entrance into Jerusalem knew Him intimately. They had known His power and authority to forgive sin, heal illness and disease, give sight to the blind, and receive those with child-like faith unto Himself. They were not excited by the crowds that surrounded, but the Christ Who was present. My friend, our Lord is worthy of our “Hosanna…Hosanna in the highest.” Cry out with all of heaven and sing with the heavenly host “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts” (Is 6:3). Give Him ALL praise, honor, and glory today. In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.