What Is Tied Up?

Mary Lowman opens the episode with a question that invites listeners to examine the things in their lives that feel bound or set aside. She asks, “What do you have tied up today that the Lord wants to use?”

Why a Donkey?

She recalls the account in Luke 19 where Jesus sends two disciples to untie a donkey that had never been ridden. When the owners ask why they are doing so, the disciples reply, “The Lord needs it.”

Faith in Action

Mary notes that the disciples obeyed without hesitation, and that the owners—likely simple people—allowed the donkey to be used for Jesus’ triumphal entry. The story highlights the courage required to follow God’s instruction.

What God Seeks

The narrative invites reflection on what God values—availability rather than prestige—and how ordinary resources can become instruments of His work.

Consider Your Own Ties

Mary encourages listeners to think about what they have tied up and whether those things might be ready to serve a higher purpose.