“Hosanna! ” “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” Mark 11:9
The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem as humble King, on a donkey (Zechariah 9:9) which symbolizes arrival in peace.
The word Hosanna is a declaration of praise, similar to hallelujah, a plea for salvation. Jesus was the very personification of deliverance, Eternal salvation, and God’s gift to humanity.
It is the story of the King who came as a lowly servant on a donkey, not a prancing steed, not in royal robes, but on the clothes of the poor and humble. Jesus Christ comes not to conquer by force as earthly kings, but by love, grace, mercy, and His own sacrifice for His people. His is not a kingdom of armies and splendor, but of lowliness and servanthood. He conquers not nations, but hearts and minds. His message is one of peace with God, not of temporal peace.
We, as His followers, exhibit those same qualities, and the world sees the true King living and reigning in triumph in us.
Praise be to the Lord, to God, our savior!!