It is the Triumphal Entry, and the Pharisees—those agitating agitators—are at it again. Their chants of rebuke trying to quell the songs of praises for the King of kings and Lord of lords.
Luke 19:32-40 (NLT) 32So they went and found the colt, just as Jesus had said. 33And sure enough, as they were untying it, the owners asked them, “Why are you untying that colt?” 34And the disciples simply replied, “The Lord needs it.” 35So they brought the [young donkey, v. 30] colt to Jesus and threw their garments over it for him to ride on. 36As he rode along, the crowds spread out their garments on the road ahead of him. 37When he reached the place where the road started down the Mount of Olives, all of his followers began to shout and sing as they walked along, praising God for all the wonderful miracles they had seen. 38 “Blessings on the King who comes in the name of the LORD! Peace in heaven, and glory in highest heaven!” 39But some of the Pharisees among the crowd said, “Teacher, rebuke your followers for saying things like that!” 40He replied, “If they kept quiet, the stones along the road would burst into cheers!”
Jesus responds as only He has the power to do; e.g., If the people are silent, creation will cry out! For Jesus is the Lord of all, including creation. Our job is simple; Don’t let the rocks cry out! Be the voice of praise for Your Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Tell the world of His wonderful greatness. Tell the world He is coming again, soon! Don’t let the rocks cry out!
During this Easter Season we will be filled with sensory stimulation. The sights and sounds of children waving palm branches on Palm Sunday. Our hearts will feel the agony of Christ’s pain and suffering on our behalf. But the victory of resurrection brings back songs of praise and glory to God. We will also share the tastes of delicious meals shared with friends and families on Easter Sunday, and tasty treats for children. Through it all, let us renew in our minds the reason for our blessed hope and the salvation we have through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
Gracious Heavenly Father,
Thank you for salvation through the sacrifice of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We praise and glorify You. Never let us shrink back in silence, but let us boldly proclaim your praises.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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