Episode 1234 - Jarvis Kingston Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest Prayer

Jarvis Kingston

Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Matthew 21:9
Today’s devotional reflects on Jesus’ Triumphal Entry and His cleansing of the temple. While the crowds celebrated Him as King, Jesus addressed the deeper issue of corruption in the temple, showing His commitment to truth and holiness. This story reminds us that worship should come from a pure heart, free from worldly distractions.
STORY
Heroes in the Bible: The Beginning of the End
Scripture
And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves
Matthew 21:12-13
What does it mean to prepare your heart for Christ’s reign? As Jesus entered Jerusalem, He was greeted with fanfare, yet His mission was misunderstood by many. While the people cheered for a conquering king, Jesus sought a different victory—one over sin, death, and the corruption within. His cleansing of the temple wasn’t just an act of righteous anger but a call to restore purity and focus on the worship of God. Are there areas in your life where worldly pursuits have crowded out God’s presence?
When Jesus overturned the tables, He made it clear that true worship cannot coexist with corruption or selfish ambition. Similarly, our hearts must be cleansed of distractions and selfish motives that keep us from fully honoring God. Do you need to reevaluate your priorities and make space for God to reign in your life?
Finally, the crowd's cheers remind us that it’s easy to outwardly acknowledge Jesus but harder to surrender to His authority. The same voices that shouted “Hosanna” would soon cry “Crucify Him.” Is your devotion rooted in deep, lasting faith, or is it swayed by the circumstances of the moment?
This week, reflect on what tables Jesus might overturn in your heart. Commit to clearing out anything that hinders your worship and surrender to His authority.
REFLECTION
Take time this week to evaluate the “temple” of your own heart. Are there habits, distractions, or attitudes that might be keeping you from fully experiencing God’s presence? Ask yourself, “What needs to be overturned so that my life can truly reflect a house of prayer?” Spend intentional time in prayer, confessing areas where you may have let other things take the throne of your heart. Then, ask God to help you reorder your priorities and make space for Him to rule in every area of your life.
PRAYER
And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest.
MATTHEW 21:9
My Lord, I know that You have called me to be a great leader amongst Your people. As You begin to elevate my life give me the perspective and posture of Jesus. Help me to be confident that I get to reveal that You've called me to greater things. When the weight of leadership tries to get me to shift from my identity, I will stand steadfast like the colt in today's story. I will remain calm in my resolve to unapologetically be me and lead how You've created me. As I move in Your presence help me to recognize my season… help me to remain faithful when it's time for me to step out and live out the mission for my life. Like Jesus, hide me until it's my time to accelerate and elevate, for it is in the quiet and obscure moments that You are building my character and integrity. So that when I step into my calling, and I’m forced to carry my cross, I won't buckle under the weight of the responsibility. As I begin my triumphal entry into my purpose I will look to You Jesus to see me through. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.🙏🏾
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