Publisher's Synopsis
Jesus' majestic entry into Jerusalem - from humble donkey to heavenly white horse
This book embarks on an in-depth exploration of two pivotal events in the life of Jesus Christ: His triumphal entry into Jerusalem on a donkey and His future return to earth on a white horse. These two events, though seemingly disparate, are intricately connected, forming a majestic narrative that underscores Jesus' ultimate triumph over sin, death, and Satan.The first event, as recorded in the Gospels (Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, John 12:12-19), was a prophetic fulfillment of Zechariah 9:9, which declared that the Messiah would come humbly, riding on a donkey. This historic event marked the beginning of Jesus' final journey to the cross, where He would accomplish the ultimate triumph over sin and death as renowned biblical scholar, N.T. Wright, notes, "Jesus' entry into Jerusalem was a deliberate and provocative act, designed to challenge the
Existing power structures and to announce the coming of God's kingdom" (Wright, 1996, p. 645)
The second event, described in Revelation 19, will occur when Jesus returns to earth in glory, accompanied by His angels and saints in their glorified bodies. This future triumphal procession will culminate in Jesus' reign on earth for a thousand years, ushering in an era of unprecedented peace and prosperity. As Dr. John Walvoord, a prominent eschatologist, observes, "The return of Jesus Christ will be a glorious event, marking the beginning of a new era of peace and righteousness on earth" (Walvoord, 1974, p. 234).
This book serves as a powerful reminder of the anticipation and expectation of Jesus' second coming. As we delve into the scriptural accounts of these two events, we are invited to reflect on the profound implications of Jesus' triumphal processions for our lives today. May this book inspire and encourage you to live with hope and anticipation of Jesus' return, and may it serve as a valuable addition to your eschatological literature Pastor Samuel Gori
