Sunday, March 29
PREPARE
Matthew 21:1–11, Mark 11:1–11, Luke 19:29–44, John 12:12–19
There was a time when Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem in a most unusual way. (John 12)
There will be a time when Jesus returns to this earth in a most unusual way. (1 Thessalonians 4:16)
There was a time when He rode upon a young donkey. (John 12:14)
There will be a time when He rides upon a white horse. (Revelation 19:11)
There was a time when He came as the Sacrificial Lamb. (John 1:36)
There will be a time when He comes as the Righteous Judge. (Revelation 19:11)
There was a time when He came humbly and lowly. (Zechariah 9:9)
There will be a time when He comes to conquer and make war. (Revelation 19:11)
There was a time when palm branches were cast before Him. (John 12:13)
There will be a time when crowns will be cast before His throne. (Revelation 4:10)
There was a time when people proclaimed, “Hosanna.” (John 12:13)
There will be a time when people proclaim, “Blessing, and honor, and glory, and power, be unto Him.” (Revelation 5:13)
There was a time when the local crowds cried out His praises. (John 12:13)
There will be a time when people from every kindred, tongue, people, and nation will worship at His feet. (Revelation 5:9)
There was a time when a multitude saw His triumphal entry. (John 12:12)
There will be a time when everyone on earth will see His triumphal return. (Revelation 1:7)
Spend some time playing out these two scenes in your mind. What do they sound like? What do they look like? If you were an eyewitness to either of these events, where would you be? What would you be doing? What would you be feeling?
WORSHIP
THROUGH
MUSIC
PRAYER FOCUS
Just as the people prepared the way and welcomed the Messiah on Palm Sunday, Lord, prepare my heart for this week. What can I lay down to welcome you?
PROGRESSIVE FAST
BASELINE - all non-work-related media (internet, TV, radio, video games, all social media, movies, and yes, even phone apps, and whatever else we are missing).
Children should only be doing BASELINE fast.
FAMILY FOCUS
Pretend Jesus is actually coming to dinner… Like, He’s on His way over now! How will you prepare? What would you serve? What feels important for the night? Would you post something on social media or invite your friends over? Take some time to share with one another.
