Journey to the Cross ~ Will Jesus Weep?

In this sermon, “Jesus Enters In,” we delve into the importance of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. We will emphasize Jesus’ deliberate actions, fulfilling prophecy and offering peace. Despite cheers, Jesus weeps over Jerusalem’s failure to understand His message of salvation. We will be urged to reflect on our response to Jesus’ invitation and the need to accept his offering of peace. For the day is coming when it will no longer be an offering of peace but something entirely different.

Recording

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Study Guide

Take the sermon further with friends and family with these discussion questions.

1 – Why was Jesus’ choice to enter Jerusalem on a donkey significant?
– Application: How can we practice bringing a peaceful presence to those around us in our daily lives?

2 – How did Jesus fulfill the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9-10?
– Application: What are some ways we can see Jesus’ fulfillment of prophecies in other parts of the Bible, and how does it strengthen our faith?

3 – Why did Jesus weep over Jerusalem?
– Application: Have you ever experienced a time when you realized you missed an opportunity for peace or reconciliation? What did you learn from it?

4 – What is the message of peace that Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem symbolizes?
– Application: How can we personally experience and share Jesus’ message of peace with others in our lives?

5 – How can we respond to Jesus’ invitation of peace and salvation?
– Application: What steps can we take to accept Jesus’ offer of peace and salvation and help others to do the same?

Scripture References

Luke 9:51
Luke 19:28-45
Luke 18:31–33
Zechariah 9:9
Psalm 118:26
Luke 2:14
Revelation 19:11
Zechariah 9:10
John 3:16
1 Timothy 2:3–4
2 Peter 3:9