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Jesus subverts expectations. Imagine this scene: the streets of Jerusalem buzzing with excitement, people laying down their cloaks, waving palm branches, and shouting praises. Yet they expected a political liberator, a king who would overthrow Roman rule by force. But Jesus arrives… on a donkey, completely redefining what it means to be King. Jesus’ kingdom is not about domination and power but servanthood and peace.

Jesus will show up in your life in a way that you will least expect. And when he does, will you be ready to receive him?



MATTHEW 21:1–11

1 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, "Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. 3 If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away."

4 This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:

5 "Say to Daughter Zion, 'See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.'"

6 The disciples went and did as Jesus had instructed them. 7 They brought the donkey and the colt and placed their cloaks on them for Jesus to sit on. 8 A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. 9 The 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!"

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

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



In what way has Jesus subverted your expectations? How did you respond? Are you willing to be surprised by God? Or do your expectations get in the way?



Jesus, help me be open to you. Help me surrender my expectations of how I think you should move and help me perceive what you are doing in my life now.