Word of Grace-The knowledge of Jesus' identity brings us blessings

Matthew 16:13-20.

Those who sounded hosanna, some days later days later were seen yelling crucify him as Jesus was declared heretic by the Pharisees and the Scribes.

When the identity of Jesus was questioned, he asked his disciples who do people say the son of man is? They gave him all sorts of names and he said what about you? Peter replied you are the Messiah, the son of the living God. Jesus said flesh and blood never revealed this to you but my Father in heaven. Jesus blessed Peter and said, on you Peter, the rock, will I build my temple and the gates of hades will not prevail against it.

To me Jesus is the son of the living God and the supreme saviour of the falling creation. Our knowledge of who he is result in our blessings. Amen.

Word of Grace-Victorious Salvation

Luke 19:28, Romans 3:23.

Ever since the commission of sin, man  longs for salvation. Victorious salvation that would reconnect us with God. And that was found in Christ as he made that momentous entry to the city of Zion.

The waving of palm fronds and shouting of hosanna was very symbolic. The first represents victory and the latter, save us. The remembrance of that beautiful occasion was a preview of our victorious salvation in Christ.

May this victory we have found in Christ, free us from  sin, guilt, shame, and death. And protect us from the enemies trap in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Word of Grace-Hosanna to the son of David.

Matthew 21:1-11.

 King Jesus enters Jerusalem through to the  Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples to go to nearby village to untie the a donkey for him to ride on. This was in fulfillment of the prophecy that says tell the daughter of Zion, ‘Look, your king is coming to you! He is humble and mounted on a donkey. Hallelujah!

 As he rides in, many in the crowd spread their own coats on the road. Others cut palm branches and flooded them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed him kept shouting resoundingly, “Hosanna to the Son of David! How blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest Heaven!” hallelujah!

Word of Grace-All hail Christ the King!

Joh1:17, PS 45:4, Matth 21:5, Zech 9:9

It is written, grace and truth came by Jesus. In psalms the glorious King rides in battle to defend truth and righteousness. Behold your humble and righteous King who comes in victory to save the lost.

The triumphant entry of Christ gives us so much joy and excitement for it is the preview of his glorious glory.

May the joy that surrounds the Messianic entry, stirs up our hearts till we want know no more of him. Amen.

Word of Grace-The King of Peace comes to save.

Matthew 21, Zachariah 9:9.

Christ the King of Peace came not to wage war but to serve as the reconciler who would draw all men to God. The donkey he rides on is symbolic. Its represents the one who comes in peace and not someone who meant war.

As we draw near to  the triumphant entry of Jesus, may the joy that greeted his glorious arrival in Zion, fill our lives with the expectation of the King who able to save us from condemnation. Amen.

Word of Grace-Anguished with sorrow, all for love.

1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:3-5, John 3:16.

He was wounded for our wrongs. Crushed for our evil ways. Pierced by the side and disfigured beyond recognition. The punishment needed for our peace was laid on him on the cross. Jesus was deeply distressed anguished with sorrow in our stead, for God so loves the man.

At the Easter, may the suffering and the agony of Christ that dealt with our sins, present to us a clear picture of God's love, for hope of glory for the believer and repentance for the unbeliever. Amen.

Word of Grace-The benefit of Jesus' crucifixion.

Galatians 4:6, Hebrews 4:16.

We can now become children of God because of that act of obedience by Jesus on the cross. And for being God's children, we have received the holy spirit  into our hearts and thus we cry out Abba! Father!_

This cry of Abba Father which is  Daddy,  depicts tender and intimate relationship that we have found in God through Christ.

As we reflect at the Easter, may may the grace draws us near to God to enjoy our position as sons and daughters. Amen.