The King Went Riding By
~Susan Miller

I was too busy on that first day of the week.
I had so much to do and a schedule to keep.
I didn’t see Him, though He was right before my eyes.
I was too preoccupied when God went riding by.

Dancing through my head, were all the things I had to do
in order to prepare — the proper meal for you.
I was checking off my list which was a mile high
that’s how I missed my Lord when He went riding by.

I saw them wave palm branches, dance, shout, and sing.
I heard them chant, “Hosanna! Hosanna, to the king!”
My worries overwhelmed me. They’re the reason why
I didn’t see the King of kings when He went riding by.

Let this be a warning to open up your heart:
know the Word, be vigilant, serve others, and do your part.
Keep a watchful eye for the King who reigns on high;
be ready when our Savior again comes riding by.