Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey amidst cheering crowds. He cleaned out the Temple in dramatic fashion, then healed every blind or lame person who came to him. Even children flocked around him shouting Praise God for the Son of David!

The leading priests and teachers of religious law watched bodies put right and heard the squeals of children. Despite the joy and miracles, they grew indignant. They soon turned the crowds against Jesus and led him to the cross.

In my experience, the Lord works in imperceptible ways. Quietly, over time, he forms our souls. But sometimes God breaks out. When this happens jealously has no place. Rather it’s time to laugh like children and leap like the lame for joy.

Because when God works in plain sight, for us or for others, it’s worth enjoying.

Matthew 21 in Through the Bible in 2024

Photo from the Camino de Santiago 2024