4.13.2025 | Jesus’ Triumphal Entry
Matthew 21:1-9; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-44; John 12:12-19
Jesus came into Jerusalem with cheers and celebration! The people had heard the great miracles of Jesus, and they believed in His power. The people displayed their worship of Jesus by waving palm branches and laying them out on the road as Jesus rode into the city on a donkey.
The people shouted, “Hosanna!” Do you know what that word means? It means “Save us!” The people were shouting “Hosanna” because they believed Jesus was coming to be their king and to rule over them with goodness and mercy. They were probably expecting Jesus to be the kind of king they were used to—one who wears a crown and sits on a throne—but Jesus is the King of kings. He was the King who had come to save all who believe in Him!
John 3:16 says, “For God loved the world in this way: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” This is the true reason why Jesus came—to bring salvation and eternal life for everyone who believes in Him. Jesus is the King who has come to save!
The people welcomed Jesus as King, but they did not recognize Him as their Savior. Jesus calls all people to trust in Him as Savior and Lord. When we do, we will be saved from sin and death.
