Matthew 21:5 (NIV) – “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.’”

Now, I don’t know about you, but if I were the King of Kings and had the whole world in my hands, I believe I’d have picked a Clydesdale or at least a convertible Cadillac to make my entrance. But Jesus? He came riding in on a borrowed donkey. Not exactly the stuff of red carpets and royal fanfare.

Some folks talk a big game, but the real ones just show up and get the job done. And that’s exactly what Jesus did. No pomp. No pretense. Just power wrapped in humility.

This gentle King came not to impress, but to invite. He didn’t come in force, but in peace. He didn’t demand our attention—He earned our affection.

And maybe that’s the encouragement today: the King is still coming to you. Not with flashing lights and loud demands, but with gentleness, grace, and open arms. In a world that shouts for attention, don’t miss the quiet ride of the Savior, drawing near—not to rule over you—but to walk with you.

So when you hear the sound of hooves on the dirt road of your heart, look up. Your King is coming… and He’s come for you.