The Gospel Project at Home: Jesus' Triumphal Entry
- Sarah Davis
- Apr 9
- 3 min read
Read Scripture
Read all or parts of Matthew 21 from your Bible or watch the Bible story video.
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Talk About Scripture
Jesus came into Jerusalem with cheers and celebration! The people had heard the great miracles of Jesus, and they believed in His power. The people displayed their worship of Jesus by waving palm branches and laying them out on the road as Jesus rode into the city on a donkey.
The people shouted, “Hosanna!” Do you know what that word means? It means “Save us!” The people were shouting “Hosanna” because they believed Jesus was coming to be their king and to rule over them with goodness and mercy. They were probably expecting Jesus to be the kind of king they were used to—one who wears a crown and sits on a throne—but Jesus is the King of kings. He was the King who had come to save all who believe in Him!
John 3:16 says, “For God loved the world in this way: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” This is the true reason why Jesus came—to bring salvation and eternal life for everyone who believes in Him. Jesus is the King who has come to save!
The people welcomed Jesus as King, but they did not recognize Him as their Savior. Jesus calls all people to trust in Him as Savior and Lord. When we do, we will be saved from sin and death.
Pray: Jesus, You are the King who has come to save! Help us follow and obey You as King. We wait with excitement for the day when You will return to rule over everything forever and ever! Amen.
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Family Prayer
Mornings: Begin each day with a prayer of praise. Just like the people in the streets, say “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna!” What are some ways you can honor Jesus as King today?
Evenings: Ask God for His peace to rule over any difficult situation your family is facing. How was Jesus so calm when He knew this would be His final week before His crucifixion? How can we have confidence and peace through knowing Jesus as King?
Family Activities
For Fun: Choose some rocks from your yard or a nearby stream. Use acrylic paints to decorate the rocks with words of praise or the word “Hosanna.” Place the rocks in your yard or around the neighborhood. Jesus told the Pharisees that if the people did not praise Him then the rocks would cry out and praise Him (Luke 19:40). Talk as a family about how these rocks can remind us to worship Jesus as King!
To Serve: When Jesus rode into Jerusalem, some of the people threw their cloaks on the ground in front of him, which was a way to worship Him as King. Donate unused coats or clothes to individuals or organizations who have need. Consider starting a collection with others in your church to provide winter coats for those in need. This can also be a way to worship Jesus as King!
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