In this video, we will be exploring a powerful moment in the life of Jesus where he wept over Jerusalem. This moment is captured in the book of Luke, chapter 19, and it follows the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, where the crowds were shouting "Hosanna to the Son of David" and acknowledging him as the coming Messiah and king.

As we read in Matthew 21:9, "And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest." This was a moment of great excitement and celebration for the people who had witnessed Jesus perform mighty works and miracles.

However, not everyone was happy with the crowds praising and acknowledging Jesus. Some of the Pharisees in the crowd asked Jesus to rebuke the disciples and stop them from shouting "Hosanna" and giving him praise. They were afraid of the possible repercussions of such a display of faith and admiration for Jesus, knowing the high priest and elders of the city were against him.

But Jesus' response was powerful and confident. He said, "I tell you that if these should hold your peace, the stones would immediately cry out." (Luke 19:40) Jesus knew the importance of this moment, and he knew that his mission was to fulfill the will of God, even if it meant facing opposition and persecution.

Yet, amidst all the excitement and commotion, Jesus stopped and wept over Jerusalem. As we read in Luke 19:41, "And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it." This was a profound moment of grief and sorrow for Jesus, as he saw the city that had rejected him and his message.

Jesus' weeping over Jerusalem was a symbol of his great love and compassion for his people, even though they had turned away from him. He knew that his message of salvation and forgiveness was not being heard and accepted by many in the city. As he wept, he said, "If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes." (Luke 19:42)

Jesus' tears were a reflection of the pain he felt for those who did not accept him and his message. He knew that their rejection of him would lead to great suffering and destruction. Yet, he still loved them and had compassion for them.

As we reflect on this powerful moment in the life of Jesus, we are reminded of the depth of his love for us. He wept over Jerusalem because he loved the people there, and he weeps over us when we turn away from him. But even in our darkest moments, Jesus is there, ready to extend his love and forgiveness to us.

So let us take a moment to reflect on the love and compassion of Jesus, and let us turn to him with open hearts and minds, ready to receive his message of salvation and grace. May we never forget the depth of his love for us and the sacrifice he made on our behalf.