S – “Go into the village ahead of you. As you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it. ³¹ If anyone asks you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ say this: ‘The Lord needs it.’ ” 

Luke 19:30–31 CSB

O – Commentary: 

In antiquity the vast majority of people, including Christians, were poor; knowing that their Lord Jesus had to borrow his royal mount probably would have encouraged them.

Officials used donkeys for civil, not military, processions (1 Kings 1:38). Thus this text is not a triumphal entry in the sense of Roman triumphal processions; it is Jerusalem’s reception of a meek and peaceful king. Jesus chooses to define his kingship in terms of Zechariah 9:9, not the commonly expected role of warrior *Messiah.

The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament

A – Jesus was humble and intentional. He fulfilled the prophecy and presented himself again as the Messiah. He again demonstrated that his “war” was not against Rome but a Godly one.  Even with the accuracy of fulfilling the prophecy and symbolism, the people still missed it and crucified Him.  This is a great reminder for us to stay in alignment with God.  It is easy to get distracted or miss what He is doing.

R – Heavenly Father, thank you for your love for us.  You demonstrate it with the gift of Jesus’ life, crucifixion and resurrection.  Please help us stay close in our relationship with You so we can see all that You have for us today.