What do you do when God doesn’t show up the way you expected? When life takes a turn you never planned, how do you keep trusting Him?

In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Pastor Scott Savage walks through Matthew 21 and the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem. The crowds welcomed Him as King but missed who He truly was because He didn’t meet their expectations. Could we be doing the same thing today?

Through a deeply personal story and biblical teaching, this message explores how unmet expectations can quietly shape our faith and even distance us from Jesus. You’ll be challenged to consider whether you’re following the real Jesus or just the version you hoped for—and what it looks like to surrender control and trust Him fully.

If you’ve ever felt disappointed with God, struggled with unanswered prayers, or found yourself asking “Why didn’t this go the way I thought?”, this message will meet you right where you are. Jesus may not be the King you expected—but He is the King you need.

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned
02:00 The Heart of Palm Sunday
04:00 If You Expect the Wrong King
07:00 Who Is Jesus Really?
10:00 Welcoming Jesus vs Expecting Control
14:00 Worship and Expectations
18:00 When Jesus Doesn’t Meet Expectations
22:00 The Warning We Often Miss
26:00 Why People Still Miss Jesus Today
29:00 Surrendering Your Expectations
33:00 A Prayer of Letting Go

📖 Scripture: Matthew 21, Luke 19, Revelation 3:20, Philippians 4:19
🎙️ Speaker: Scott Savage
📍 Cornerstone Church, Prescott, AZ
🗺️ Yavapai County | Evangelical Free Church of America
🗓️ Series: Stand Alone
📅 March 29, 2026

🌐 Learn more or plan a visit: https://prescottcornerstone.com

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