We may hear and read of people who are offended at not being treated with what they consider due respect and deference. “Do you know who I am?” they shout indignantly. And we are reminded of the statement, “If you have to tell people who you are, you probably really are not who you think you are.” The opposite of this arrogance and self-importance is seen in Jesus, even as His life on earth was nearing its end.
Jesus entered Jerusalem to shouts of praise from the people. Matt. 21:7-9. When others throughout the city asked, “Who is this?” the crowds answered, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth of Galilee!” Matt. 21:10-11. Jesus did not come claiming special privileges, but in humility He came to give His life in obedience to His Father’s will.
The words Jesus said and the things He did command respect. Unlike insecure rulers, He never demanded that others respect Him. His greatest hours of suffering appeared to be His lowest point of weakness and failure. Yet, the strength of His identity and mission carried Jesus through the darkest hours as He died for our sins so that we might live in His love and be saved. – Daily Bread – David McCasland
– Carrie Underwood
He is worthy of our lives and our devotion today. Do we recognize who He is?