The King
Matthew 21:1-5
1 When they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage at the Mount of Olives, Jesus then sent two disciples, 2 telling them, “Go into the village ahead of you. At once, you will find a donkey tied there with her colt. Untie them and bring them to me. 3 “If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them at once.” 4 This took place so that what was spoken through the prophet might be fulfilled: 5 Tell Daughter Zion, “See, your King is coming to you, gentle, and mounted on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.”
PHILIPPIANS 2:6-8
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The Disciple’s
Matthew 21:6-8
6 The disciples went and did just as Jesus directed them. 7 They brought the donkey and the colt; then they laid their clothes on them, and he sat on them. 8 A very large crowd spread their clothes on the road; others were cutting branches from the trees and spreading them on the road.
ZECHARIAH 9:9
JOHN 12:16
16 His disciples did not understand these things at first. However, when Jesus was glorified, then they remembered that these things had been written about him and that they had done these things to him.
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Two Groups of
The
Hosanna to the Son of David!, Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest heaven!
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The
Matthew 27:20, public opinion in Jerusalem had turned on Jesus.
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CONCLUSION
Which group are you in ?
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Community Life Groups Discussion Question
Matthew 21:1-11
- What are your initial thoughts and feelings when you picture Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem? What details stand out to you?
- The atmosphere of Palm Sunday is a mix of celebration and a sense of impending doom. How can joy and sorrow coexist in our own lives or in significant events?
- Philippians 2:6-8 reminds us that true strength is often found in gentleness and service. How does Jesus’ choice of a donkey exemplify this? How can we apply this principle in our own lives?
- The passage suggests we find comfort in a King who identifies with the ordinary person. How does Jesus’ humble entry offer comfort to those who feel overlooked or insignificant?
- Zechariah 9:9 The people recognized Jesus as the promised Messiah. What does it mean to you that God’s promises, even those made centuries ago, hold true? Can you think of other examples of this in scripture or your own life?
How can we pray for you?