Matthew 21:5
It was not strange for an Israelite king to ride on a donkey. Throughout Scripture we see the Jews riding on donkeys. Horses were a sign of Gentile power, rather than reliance upon the Lord. Jesus rides in on this animal because he is coming in peace, and with meekness, as is stated. If he were coming for a different purpose, as he will later, he would ride on a horse. So, he is not diminishing his regal authority by riding a donkey, as some might assume.
For those who do not feel a grown man would ride upon the foal of a donkey, the sons of Abdon, one of the judges, rode about upon ass colts assisting their father (Judges 12:13-14). Indeed, Jesus likely rode the foal and leaned on the mother which would have walked along beside the little one. This is the most likely way to interpret this verse saying that he rode on both.
Bible Reading: 1 John 4:1-Jude 25
Scripture Memory: James 1:6 “But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave if the sea driven with the wind and tossed.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You so much for this day! You give us so much! Father, may we always give back to You with our lives. We belong to You anyway. You know what is best for us. You can tell us what is next, and lead us in the right way. May we always trust Your good judgment. You are always right. Your plan for our lives is perfect. May all praise be Yours! You are worthy! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a woman with several health issues. Pray for a woman who just had a stroke. Pray for a woman who is near death.
Journal Entry #14091