12Jesus entered the temple co...

12Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves.

13"It is written," he said to them, "‘My house will be called a house of prayer,’ but you are making it ‘a den of robbers.’"

14The blind and the lame came to him at the temple, and he healed them.

- P52

21Jesus replied, "Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and it will be done.

22If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer."

- P53

The selling of animals and currency exchange are helpful for diaspora Jewswho have come from far away to offer temple sacrifices. However, thebusinesses have taken over the temple courts; they have turned God‘s houseinto a place for profit rather than a place of prayer. Similarly, the story ofthe fig tree symbolizes the hypocrisy of the people. The leaves on the figtree should mean that it is producing fruit, but it lacks the very thing itis supposed to produce. In both of these accounts, we see that the mostimportant thing is missing.  - P54

In the church today, we may try to hide behindthe appearance of faithful service, but we cannot hide from the gaze of ourGod. He knows the condition of our hearts. Let us not be among thosewho are unduly concerned about the appearance of worship; let us insteadhonor, serve, and worship our God wholeheartedly. - P54

Dear Jesus, help us to have a firm faith that shouts, "Hosanna to the Son ofDavid!" May we continue to put our faith in You sodesire to give us. In Your name, amen.
we can receive what You55 - P55

9The crowds that went ahead o...

9The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted, "Hosanna to the Son of David!" "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" "Hosanna in the highest heaven!"

10When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, "Who is this?"

11The crowds answered, "This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee."

- P47

As Jesus enters Jerusalem, He knows exactly how He will do it because it has already been foretold by the prophet Zechariah: The king will enter Jerusalem riding on a donkey. Jesus is fully aware of what awaits Him in Jerusalem—suffering and death. He has also told His disciples so that they are prepared for what lies ahead. It is not a coincidence that Jesus sends two disciples to a village where a donkey is already waiting to be collected; we see the unfolding of a plan that was anticipated from the beginning. - P48

We also witness the obedience of Christ and the fulfillment of Scripture as He willingly goes forward to give His life for us. - P48

A very large crowd shouts praises to the Son of David as Jesus entersJerusalem on a donkey. Many of them think that the Son of David has cometo liberate the Jewish people from their political oppressors by triumphingin war, just as David, the warrior king, had done. Others simply identifyJesus as a prophet from Galilee. They do not realize that Jesus has indeedcome to save them, but His deliverance will surpass political deliverance.
- P48

Jesus will deliver God‘s people from sin and death. We sometimes think thatwe know the best way forward, but thanks be to God that His wisdom isalways greater, and most importantly, that He executes His plan accordingto His perfect will. - P48

Father, You are worthy of trust for You did not withhold Your precious Son. I remember the cross where Your Son bled to save me. May my life bring honor and glory to the name of Jesus Christ. In His name I pray, amen. - P48

"He is not the God of the dead but of the living."
55Matthew 22:32b - P50

30 Two blind men were sitting...

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Two blind men were sitting by the roadside, and when they heard that Jesus was going by, they shouted, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!"
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The crowd rebuked them and told them to be quiet, but they shouted all the louder, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!"
- P42

32
Jesus stopped and called them. "What do you want me to do for you?" he asked.
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"Lord," they answered, "we want our sight."
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Jesus had compassion on them and touched their eyes. Immediately they received their sight and followed him. - P435

Two blind men hear a large crowd following Jesus and His disciples as they leave the city of Jericho. The blind men have clearly heard of what Jesus can do because they shout above the noise to ask for His mercy. The people tell them to be quiet, but instead of cowering in fear or shame and giving in to the crowd’s demands, the men shout even louder, determined to obtain Jesus’ mercy. This is a picture of how we can respond when others or our circumstances try to silence our cries to Jesus. - P44

Instead of being afraid of what the world may think, we can cry out with greater faith, confident that He can do miracles in our lives. - P44

Jesus stops and asks the blind men what they would like Him to do forthem. They ask for their sight and, having compassion on them, Jesustouches their eyes and they immediately receive their sight. Having receivedwhat they desired, the two men could have gone away or at least ran hometo tell their families. However, they decide to follow Jesus as He continuesin His ministry.  - P44

Sometimes we present our requests to God, then neglectHim as soon as we get what we want. However, we show that we are trulyHis children when we go to our good Father in expectant faith, receive fromHim, then respond relationally by continuing to follow Him with praiseand thanksgiving. - P44

"We often cannot see God‘s hidden purposes. Yet we can determine to be faithful andkeep walking toward the Lord in the darkness." - Nancy Guthrie - P44

They were notregarded as elite members of society; the large crowd had no hesitation inscolding them to be quiet. Yet, the men spoke boldly, overcoming socialstigma and opposition in their pursuit of Christ, and full of hope and faiththat He could change their lives.
The determination of these men challenges me to reconsider my responsewhen I am in a crowd. What am I really afraid of? What is the worst thatcould happen if I stepped out more boldly, especially in situations where Iam the only Christian? More importantly, what is the best thing that couldhappen? I often focus on the worst-case scenario, but what could God do ifI stepped out in zealous faith for the best-case scenario? If nothing happens,
then that is fine, but like the two blind men who were expectant for amiracle, I might have the chance to see God powerfully changing lives. AllI need to do is focus on Him and what He can more than on my fearsand worldly concerns.
do - P45

Heavenly Father, I worship You for Your compassion and love. Thank You that You care about me and hear my requests. As I seek You daily, may I grow in greater faith and boldness, unafraid of how others see me and more concerned with my relationship with You. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P45

Despite howchallenging it may be to follow Jesus, the end far outweighs the difficultiesthis life may bring. However, Jesus also reminds the disciples that the firstwill be last and the last will be first. They should not be focused on whatbenefits they will receive but remain humble as they follow Jesus andfaithfully serve Him and His people. - P32

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22"You don’t know what you are asking," Jesus said to them. "Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?" "We can," they answered.

23Jesus said to them, "You will indeed drink from my cup, but to sit at my right or left is not for me to grant. These places belong to those for whom they have been prepared by my Father."

- P37

24When the ten heard about this, they were indignant with the two brothers.

25Jesus called them together and said, "You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them.

26Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant,

27and whoever wants to be first must be your slave—

28just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."

- P39

When Jesus announced His death and resurrection in Matthew 16 and 17, the disciples were understandably distressed. As they draw nearer to Jerusalem, Jesus repeats that He will be condemned to death at the hand of Jewish leaders and adds that the Romans will mock, flog, and crucify Him. Jesus is not trying to discourage His disciples; He is preparing them for the difficulties that lie ahead and reassuring them that He will be raised to life.
- P40

We will at times suffer for the gospel, but we do not have to dwell on the hardships we face. We can remember that they are temporary and that, no matter what, we are assured the glorious victory of eternal life with Jesus. - P40

James and John approach Jesus with their mother to ask Him for theprivileged seats immediately next to Him in His kingdom. They thinkthat Jesus will be a warrior king like King David and take over the Romanempire. However, Jesus tells them that they do not understand theimplications of their request, and the seats they ask for are already reservedby God for those He has chosen.  - P40

When the other disciples find out whatthey had asked, they become angry with James and John. Jesus takes thisopportunity to teach them that the ambition for greatness is not a principleof His kingdom. He Himself came to serve and give His life forare reminded once again that true greatness in the kingdom of heaven isselfless service for God‘s people. - P40

15Don’t I have the right to d...

15Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?’

16"So the last will be first, and the first will be last."
- P35

8"When evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the workers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last ones hired and going on to the first.’

9"The workers who were hired about five in the afternoon came and each received a denarius.

10So when those came who were hired first, they expected to receive more. But each one of them also received a denarius.

11When they received it, they began to grumble against the landowner.

12‘These who were hired last worked only one hour,’ they said, ‘and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the work and the heat of the day.

13"But he answered one of them, ‘I am not being unfair to you, friend. Didn’t you agree to work for a denarius?

14Take your pay and go. I want to give the one who was hired last the same as I gave you.
- P35

Jesus uses the parable of a landowner and his vineyard to explain principles and values of the kingdom of heaven. In the parable, a landowner hires workers at different times of the day, but when he gives their wages, he starts with the last ones hired and gives them the same amount he agreed to give the first ones. Those who were hired earlier compare themselves with the others and grumble. - P36

Comparison often tempts us to become proud or to complain against God. However, we must remember that God uses wisdom in both His calling and what He gives those He calls. Rather than compare ourselves with others, we should rejoice in the work we can do for God’s kingdom and in the fact that none of it is in vain. - P36

The first workers accuse the landowner of being unfair. The landownerreminds them that he them thegaveand that hewages they agreed upon,
has the right to be generous with his own money. Sometimes, what theworld perceives as unfair is not how God views the situation. We must notconfuse God‘s generosity with injustice or unfairness. He does not rewardsolely based on skills or length of time in His service.  - P36

God often elevatesthose who are seen as least important in the eyes of the world. Whateverour skills or abilities, may we not be concerned with the worldly concernsof rank or status. Instead, let us consider what is important to God. - P36

Dear God, thank You for the privilege of serving You and Your people. When I am tempted to compare myself with others, help me to see from Your kingdom’s perspective rather than from the values of this world. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen. - P37