The so-called "Triumphal Entry" was really the "Tragic Entry." Jesus comes upon Jerusalem and sobs over the city. Then, he clears the temple of the money changers/sellers. Five days later, the people shouting "Hosanna," shout "Crucify Him!" Not getting what you want, namely, freedom from Rome and a cleansing of the Roman soldiers garrison turns a person's heart against you quickly! A year earlier, Jesus refused to be made king (John 6:15). Now, he gets on the colt in fulfillment of Zechariah's prophecy. Why? What has changed? This passage gives us 3 reasons for Jesus' willingness to be declared king.
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Isaac (Ike) Graham has been senior pastor of the Orrville Grace Brethren church since 2000. He also helped to plant the church from 1981-1982. He has a Master of Theology degree from Grace Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, IN. He served with his wife, Nancy, and their...