“As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphagew on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, ‘Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.’ This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet: ‘Say to Daughter Zion, “See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey. (Zechariah 9)”’” Matthew 21:1-5

Dear Jesus, How gently you forced your way into Jerusalem to spring the trap laid for you. No one knew what you did, although you tried to tell your closest friends. They were too engaged with their own hopes and fears to fully grasp the meaning of your triumphal entry. But later they understood and so they passed along that understanding to us. I’m grateful for your perfect attitude to fulfill Scripture for me even when it meant the worst for you. You are my dearest friend. I know I’m not yet being perfect friend you need, but I’m trying and I need your help by your Holy Spirit to grasp how deep and wide and high is your love for me and all people. Be gracious to me and give me deep understanding, real appreciation and faithful application of your love in my life. Amen.

We can face life with confidence when we know we are facing it with him who faced Jerusalem for us.