But his citizens hated him, and sent an ambassador after him, saying, ‘We do not want this man as king over us.’
Luke 19:14
These citizens would represent the Jewish people. Though a great number of Jews individually accepted Christ, the nation as a whole rejected Him. This is a sad commentary, but the Jewish people are not alone in this failure to genuinely turn to Christ at a national level.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your faithful and genuine love for us in Your Son. You are the One we can look to for a true example of selflessness. In spite of all the glory You deserve, You have condescended to rescue us. Thank You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.