In this Palm Sunday sermon, we are invited to celebrate Jesus as King—triumphant yet humble, sovereign yet serving. Drawing from Luke 19 and Philippians 2, the message walks us through the rich symbolism of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, highlighting the unexpected nature of His kingship. As people laid cloaks and palm branches before Him, they unknowingly fulfilled prophecy. But the same crowd would later falter, unable to reconcile their expectations with the cross. In remembering this tension, we are called to live as servant leaders, embracing the humility and obedience of Christ in our own lives.
Key Takeaways:
- Jesus chose the path of humility – Riding a donkey, not a warhorse, He signaled peace and servanthood, not domination.
- God’s timing and symbolism are purposeful – Jesus entered Jerusalem during Passover, transforming the festival of deliverance into its ultimate fulfillment.
- Celebration and obedience go hand in hand – Like the crowd, we too are called to rejoice in who Jesus is, even when we don’t fully understand.
- Faith doesn’t require full understanding – The people believed with limited knowledge; we too can trust in what God has already revealed.
- We are all called to lead like Christ – Not with power or pride, but with service, humility, and love for those around us.
- Palm Sunday is a moment to reflect – It reminds us that worship must be rooted in truth, and that our expectations should be shaped by God’s ways, not our own.
Reflection: How are you responding to the humility of Jesus? What does it look like to lead and serve like Him in your everyday life?
