Palm Sunday is all about Jesus entering Jerusalem as the promised Messiah, during which palm branches were placed in His path, before His arrest on Thursday, His crucifixion on Good Friday and His being raised to life on Resurrection Sunday. 

Understanding the Last Supper Through Jewish and Global Eyes 

• The Last Supper was not just any meal—it was a Passover meal, filled with deep symbolism and cultural significance. 

• For the Jewish disciples, this meal was something they had celebrated every year of their lives. The Passover meal pointed to their freedom from slavery in Egypt. 

• But in this moment, Jesus was going to redefine what the Passover meant and give it new, deeper meaning. 

• The meal would have shocked the disciples because Jesus was not just remembering the exodus from Egypt; He was instituting a new exodus, one that would lead to freedom from sin for all people. 

JESUS' PLAN IS FAR GREATER THAN THE SCHEMES OF HIS ENEMIES! 

No matter how much darkness tries to take control, no matter how hopeless a situation may seem, God’s plan is always bigger, always deeper, and always victorious! 

To help us picture this, let’s think about The Lord of the Rings. In that story, the Dark Lord Sauron believes he has everything under control. His armies are massive, his power is overwhelming, and he’s convinced that everything is working in his favor. But what he doesn’t realize is that a small, unnoticed hobbit named Frodo is carrying the One Ring: not to give it to him, but to destroy it! While Sauron is focused on battle and conquest, something far greater is happening right under his nose.  

EVIL BELIEVES IT IS WINNING, BUT IT IS BEING UNDONE. 

The world today feels unstable—wars, disasters, and moral confusion create anxiety. 

People have always wondered, Are we living in the last days? 

Jesus’ disciples had the same questions, and in Luke 21, Jesus addresses their fears. 

In Luke 21:5-36, Jesus delivers a powerful warning about the end times, marked by turmoil, deception, and difficulty. The disciples were admiring the beauty of the temple when Jesus warned them of coming destruction and the signs of the end times. His warning is not just about future events but also a call to vigilance, faithfulness, and endurance. 

However, His words are not just prophetic—they are also deeply practical and serve as a guide for how we, as believers, are to live in the present. 

How to Read and Interpret Biblical Prophecy 

2 Timothy 3:16-17 

Imagine a traveler lost in a dense forest. Night is falling, and every path seems uncertain. Suddenly, he finds a map and a lantern—they don’t take him out of the forest instantly, but they guide him step by step. 

This is what biblical prophecy is for us. It’s not meant to confuse or frighten but to illuminate the journey, showing that God has a plan, and He is in control. 

Prophecy can feel mysterious, symbolic, and even intimidating. Some people become obsessed with trying to decode every detail, while others avoid it entirely. But prophecy is an essential part of Scripture that God has given us for a reason.  

Why This Matters 

• Biblical prophecy makes up about 27% of the Bible—God clearly wants us to pay attention to it! 

• Many false teachings and cults arise from misinterpreting prophecy (Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormonism, date-setters like Harold Camping). 

The widow who gave her two mites gave more than anyone else in the building. It was not the amount that mattered but the heart with which she gave it.

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EVERYTHING IS GOD’S, INCLUDING YOU. 

Here’s why it matters: 

God’s Ownership Brings Perspective –  

Psalm 24:1  

“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.”  

When we understand that everything belongs to God—our time, talents, money, and even our very lives—we live with humility and gratitude rather than entitlement. 

It Aligns Us with Our True Purpose –  

If we belong to God, then our purpose isn’t self-determined but God-given. This means our lives are meant to reflect His glory, love, and character in the world (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). 

It Leads to Trust and Freedom –  

When we acknowledge that we are stewards rather than owners, we release control and trust God’s provision and direction. Jesus reminds us in  

Matthew 6:33   

“seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” 

Individualism Failure Explained 

This explains why individualism fails. It promotes self-sufficiency, ownership and the elevation of self, but the Bible teaches that everything—including us—belongs to God. We are not self-made; we depend on God for life, purpose, and salvation. True freedom doesn’t come from doing life alone but from surrendering to God and living in community.  

Individualism leads to greed and isolation, while recognizing God’s ownership inspires generosity, connection, and trust in Him. We weren’t created to live for ourselves but to glorify God and serve others, finding true purpose and joy in Him. 

Romans 14:7-8: 

"For none of us lives for ourselves alone, and none of us dies for ourselves alone. If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord." 

This verse directly challenges the idea of radical individualism by affirming that our lives are not our own—we exist for God, not just for ourselves. It reminds us that true purpose and identity are found in belonging to Him, not in self-sufficiency or independence. 

Luke 20:1-8 presents us with a powerful challenge: Who is the true authority in our lives?  

The Jewish leaders in this passage were confronted with a question they refused to answer, not because they lacked knowledge, but because they feared losing their control over the people. Their refusal to acknowledge Jesus' authority came from a place of self-preservation, pride, and insecurity. They wanted to maintain power and comfort, even if it meant rejecting the truth standing right before them. 

As disciples of Jesus, we are called to do the opposite. Discipleship requires us to acknowledge Jesus as the ultimate authority in every area of our lives—our thoughts, our actions, our relationships, and our decisions.  

It means laying down our own desires for control and following Him, even when it's difficult or challenging. We are invited to place our trust in Jesus, not just when it’s easy, but especially when it requires us to give up our pride, our sense of security, or our personal agenda. 

Jesus, the Son of God, came not to be a political leader or a figure of worldly authority, but to guide us into a deeper relationship with the Father. His authority is not oppressive; it is life-giving, and it leads to freedom. Are we willing to let His authority shape us into the people He calls us to be? 

Is there any area of my life where I am resisting Jesus' authority?  

As we reflect on His ultimate authority, may we choose to follow Him with humble hearts, allowing His truth to transform us into true disciples, not just in name but in practice and response to Him. 

JESUS IS GOD AND WE ARE NOT.  THIS TRUTH CHANGES OUR LIVES. 

Today, we turn to Luke 19:41-48, a passage that captures one of the most powerful and heartbreaking moments in Jesus’ ministry. As Jesus approached Jerusalem, He wept over the city, lamenting its spiritual blindness and the coming judgment. This passage teaches us about God’s discipline—not as punishment for punishment’s sake, but as an expression of His deep love for His people. 

After witnessing the crowd's enthusiasm, the Pharisees lamented, “See, this is getting us nowhere. Look how the whole world has gone after him!” This shows their frustration and fear of losing influence. 

Ultimately, Jesus’ entry on a donkey presented a direct challenge to the Pharisees' expectations and authority, contributing to their growing hostility toward Him. 

Jesus didn’t meet their expectations.   

He did not act and function in the way the Pharisees believed he should.  As a result, they railed against Jesus and attempted to block his ministry wherever they could. 

Jesus was not King over their expectations. 

What about us? 

How do we handle things when Jesus doesn’t act, function or respond in the way we expect him too?  What do we do when Jesus makes something happen that doesn’t fit in the box we nicely decorated for him to live in? 

Is Jesus king over your expectations?