You Shall Know Him - Riding on a Donkey

"Say to the Daughter of Zion, 'See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.' " [Matthew 21:5 NIV]

If ever words have been spoken about humility, it is these. As Christians we tell the world we "follow Christ". I put this question to all of us - do we really? Do we have an attitude of humility [which can only be adopted through true love of others], or do we seek the best place, the best friends, the best pew in the church, the best... the best.... the best.

Yes, we love our Lord, Jesus Christ. But would we go to Easter services, and be willing to stand outside, so unbelievers may enter and find a seat? Would we be willing to celebrate Easter services in the same garments and unwashed bodies as the homeless?  Would we take to Easter goodies and give them to the poor?  

I am not trying to be provacative, or challenging. I am only testing the waters of our hearts. Are we humble, gentle and loving. Do we see others with the eyes of Jesus Christ?

Let's practice with this song, remembering we are speaking of our Lord and Savior, who was gentle, who died for us. Who thought nothing of entering the throne room of God and conversing with the angels. Who left the palaces of heaven for the crude cross. Who could have ridden in a gilded chariot with fine white horses, but chose to set an example our hearts can follow... he entered on the lowliest of riding animals. The colt of a donkey..

Sing with me.. "Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna in the Highest! Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna in the Highest. Lord, we lift up your name, with a heart full of praise. Be exalted, O'Lord our God.. Hosanna in the Highest!"