In the ancient world, the animal you chose to ride was your message to the public. Horses were the emblems of war, representing military prowess and the intent to conquer. When a king rode a horse, he was signalling strength and demanding submission. Donkeys, however, symbolised peace, industry, and honour. When a ruler rode a donkey, he was signalling that the time for war had passed. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem was a carefully planned statement. By choosing a donkey, He revealed the mark of His Kingdom: humility over hierarchy. "Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, lowly and riding on a donkey, a colt, the foal of a donkey" (Zechariah 9:9, NKJV). The Modern Contrast To grasp the weight of this choice today, imagine a world leader arriving at a high-stakes summit. Instead of a multi-million dollar armoured motorcade or a private jet, they arrive on a bicycle or in the back o...
Shining a light on someone by lighting their pathway home. By Joseph Kimanzi