It was the beginning of Passover, and the city of Jerusalem was full of people. Word had spread quickly: Jesus is coming! The man who healed the sick, fed thousands, and even raised Lazarus from the dead—He’s on His way!
As Jesus approached the city, the crowd grew larger and louder. People rushed to cut palm branches from nearby trees—symbols of celebration and hope. Some waved them high, others laid them on the dusty road ahead of Him. Children ran forward, placing their branches gently before Him, so the donkey carrying Jesus could walk on a path made of palms.
And as Jesus rode into the city on a young donkey, the people shouted with joy:
“Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord— the King of Israel!” (John 12:13)
But Jesus wasn’t the kind of king they expected. He didn’t come riding a warhorse or dressed in royal robes. He came humbly, peacefully—riding on a donkey, just as Scripture had promised:
“Do not be afraid, daughter of Zion. Look, your king is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt.” (John 12:15)
This King didn’t come to conquer. He came to love. And the path He chose would lead not to a palace, but to a cross—and then to a miracle.
What We Learned
✔ Palm Sunday tells the story of Jesus being welcomed into Jerusalem with celebration and praise.
✔ The people and children laid palm branches on the road to honor Him as King.
✔ Jesus rode a donkey to show He came in peace and humility, not in power or pride.
✔ We are invited to follow His example by choosing kindness, peace, and love.
This Sunday, our kids helped bring the story to life—shouting Hosanna! and laying their branches before our King. It was beautiful to see!
And now… we’re getting ready for Easter!
🐣 The Easter Egg Hunt starts at 10:00 AM this Sunday—don’t be late!
