Readings for the Day:
Zachariah 9:9-12:  The coming messianic king will inaugurate an era of disarmament and prosperity.  Because of God’s covenant with Israel, the people are designated as ‘prisoners of hope.’
James 4:7-10:  James write to encourage people to live out their faith.  He calls people to submit to God, resist the devil, and humble ourselves before God.
Mark 11:1-10:  Holy Week begins with a palm procession and the proclamation of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem from the Gospel of Mark.  Christ enters the assembly now, just as he did then, and we praise his presence among us.  ‘Hosanna’ is now our song, pleading for salvation.

 ‘From Sunday & Seasons, copyright 2024 Augsburg Fortress’
Questions To Ponder:
1— What is the significant of someone riding on a donkey? (Zachariah 9:9-12) 
2—What does humility mean to you?  (James 4:7-10)
3—What does the word hosanna mean?  Why is it shouted?  (Mark 11:1-10)
4—How do these texts speak to you today?

Prayer:  Sovereign God, you have established your rule in the hyman heart through the servanthood of Jesus Christ.  By your Spirit, keep us in the joyful procession of those who with their tongues confess jesus as Lord and with their lives praise him as Savior.  Amen.