Jesus' arrival at Jerusalem was momentous. All was not as it appeared, but God's sovereign plan was in place.--1 - sovereign provision -1-6--2 - shouted praises -7-10--3 - shrouded portent -11-

Amid the building excitement as Jesus headed for Jerusalem, He healed two blind men. It was the final such miracle before Jesus died. This event teaches you about true faith and your need for God's grace.----1 - do you know your own need- -46-47---2 - are you willing to persist- -48-51---3 - do you have what it takes- -52-

Even after three years with Jesus, His disciples still needed to learn essential lessons. This incident is recorded to you can learn from their lesson.--1 - stop seeking great position -35-39a--2 - be willing to give your life -39b-41--3 - find ways to serve -42-44--4 - follow Jesus' example -45-

The people traveling with Jesus were amazed over His willingness to go to Jerusalem where His life was in danger.--1 - they were amazed and fearful -32--2 - we are going up to Jerusalem -33a--3 - the Son of Man will be delivered -33b--4 - they will condemn Him -33c--5 - they will hand Him over -33d--6 - they will kill Him -34a--7 - He will rise again -34b-