The King Is Worth It
1. God goes before you. He meets your need and knows what you need in advance.
As Jesus and the disciples approached Jerusalem, they came to the town of Bethphage...Jesus sent two...ahead. “Go into the village over there,” he said. “As soon as you enter it, you will see a donkey tied there, with its colt beside it. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone asks what you are doing, just say, ‘The Lord needs them,’ and he will immediately let you take them.” This took place to fulfill the prophecy that said, “Tell the people of Jerusalem, ‘Look, your King is coming to you. He is humble, riding on a donkey—riding on a donkey’s colt.’” Matthew 21:1-5 NLT
2. True worship costs us something.
...the crowd spread their garments on the road ahead of him, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. Jesus was in the center of the procession, and the people all around him were shouting, “Praise God for the Son of David! Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Praise God in highest heaven!” Matthew 21:7b-9 NLT
3. Sacrifice precedes a miracle.
Mary took a bottle of very expensive perfume made from pure nard and poured it on Jesus’ feet. Then she dried his feet with her hair. The fragrance of the perfume filled the house. John 12:3 GW
4. He gave his life for you.
“This is my body, which is given for you.” Luke 22:19 ESV
“Palm Sunday leads to Good Friday…And Good Friday proves—
The King is not just worthy… He is sacrificial.”
“…they first gave themselves to the Lord...” 2 Corinthians 8:5 NAS
Message Notes: The Holy Bible, New Living Translation, God’s Word translation, English Standard Version, New Revised Standard Version.