Matthew 21:3

This is the only place in Matthew’s Gospel where Jesus used the title "Lord" (Gr. kyrios) of Himself. In every other place it refers to Yahweh. Even though "lord" was a respectful address, used this way it became a title of authority. Probably Jesus had previously made arrangements with the owner to use the animals. Now the disciples went to pick them up and when questioned explained that they were taking them to "the Lord," who needed them (Mark 11:5-6; Luke 19:33-34). Evidently the owner was a believer in Jesus.

"The careful preparation which the Lord makes indicates His sovereignty. That which is about to transpire is no accident." [Note: Toussaint, Behold the . . ., p. 237.]