"because that by reason of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on Jesus." John 12:11 This sermon explores the public revelation of Jesus as the Messiah and King of Israel during His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, as recorded in John 12. The central message emphasises that Christ's entry was a deliberate fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, specifically Zechariah 9:9, demonstrating that He is the promised Saviour who offers spiritual victory over sin and death. The preacher highlights the symbolism of the palm branches as a sign of this ultimate victory and contrasts the crowd's superficial praise with the sincere devotion required of true believers. Furthermore, the discourse addresses the disciples' initial lack of understanding, noting that their comprehension of these events came only after Christ's glorification and the opening of their minds by the Holy Spirit. The sermon concludes with an exhortation for believers to seek divine illumination to understand Scripture and to submit fully to Christ's authority as both Saviour and King.