Daily Devotions
That must have been something to see—Jesus weeping over Jerusalem as His disciples rejoiced and praised God. Did they fall silent, wondering what was wrong?
Jesus’ own words tell us the problem: Jerusalem didn’t recognize her Visitor. The people of God’s own capital city had no idea, most of them, that God Himself had come to visit. They let their last, best chance to welcome Him slip away.
And yet, all hope is not lost, for Jerusalem or for us. If God’s people would not welcome Him as King and God, they would crucify Him as Savior. God took advantage of that. Jesus’ willing death for us all means we have forgiveness, life, joy, and salvation. Jesus’ resurrection means that hope is never lost, for now that He lives forever, He is always with us—no longer a visitor, but our dearly loved King and Savior. We don’t suffer alone. And we will live with Him in His kingdom forever.
WE PRAY: Thank You for coming to us, dear Lord!
Reflection Questions:
* If Jesus came to visit your house, how would you prepare?
* How do you prepare for Communion?
* How does it change your suffering, to know Jesus is with you?
Lenten Devotions were written by Dr. Kari Vo.