Matthew 21:1-11 And when they drew near to Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, to the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples,… I. THAT THE LORD JESUS HAS EVEN NOW BRIGHT AND GLORIOUS DAYS OF SPECIAL MANIFESTATION IN HIS CHURCH 1. They usually occur after the Lord has visited His beloved and quickened them. He came into Jerusalem after He had raised Lazarus from the dead. 2. When His disciples were obedient to Him. He told His disciples to go and they went. Disobedience hinders the advance of the gospel. 3. Another indication of glory-days will be found in the prompt and cheerful obedience which His disciples will make. 4. The glory of Christ is seen when He is publicly proclaimed as king. We must desire the blessings of the gospel to be widely made known and extended. 5. On such days, one part of the glory consists in many going forth to meet Christ. Pray that there may come a great wave of religious thought over the minds of people. 6. Another sign is prevailing enthusiasm. 7. There was inquiry. 8. His enemies were quiet. Such are the marks of the glorious days of Christ. II. THAT ON THESE GLORY-DAYS OF JESUS CHRIST IN HIS CHURCH LIKE HONOURS ARE PAID TO HIM NOW AS THEN. 1. He is at this time as loudly praised and as greatly rejoiced in among His people as He was then. 2. He received then as now homage from all kinds of people. 3. The little ones were conspicuous. III. CHRIST EXECUTES THE SAME DEEDS AS HE DID THEN. 1. Compassion for souls is prominent. He wept over the city. 2. Judgment. "Now they are hid from thine eyes." 3. He purged the temple. 4. He healed the sick who came to Him, in the temple. 5. His foes were all confounded. IV. When Christ came into Jerusalem, ALL WAS NOT GOLD THAT GLITTERED. "Hosanna" was changed into "Crucify." When hearts are impressed with the gospel, we must not expect all to be steadfast to Christ. (C. H. Spurgeon.) Parallel Verses KJV: And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples, |
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