Jesus again predicts his death

Luke 19:31-34

Who among us likes to think about death and dying? How many of us neglect writing a will or planning our funeral? Many people take responsibility for what happens when they die in order to protect those they love from being burdened after they are gone.

Jesus knew well that after His death, the people He loved would no longer be burdened. No longer would there be a need for blood sacrifices and the consequence of sin would be removed. He was aware that His death on the cross was God’s will and whenever he was tested, He prayed to God.

As the time of His death approached, Jesus prepared all that was needed. Because Jesus is omnipotent, He had the power to make the donkey’s owners permit the disciples to take the animal. He was even capable of prodding the donkey to obey! Because Jesus is omniscient, He knew everything that was going to happen. He anticipated the conversation and told those who were sent to say, “The Lord needs it.” Jesus was the kind of king who chose a donkey colt to show that he came in peace, to serve and to die.

Jesus is omnipresent. He remains with us because of His death and resurrection. He sits on the right hand of God. He intercedes on our behalf because He loves us. Jesus thought of His death often, taking care of those He temporarily left behind, knowing that He will return again. Amen.


by Nancy Gleeson