Theme of the Day: Hail the King Who Humbly Comes to Save Us
Jesus is the King of kings, God and man in one person. He knows you intimately. More! He is willing to do absolutely anything necessary to serve and protect you. We see that this Holy Week. It begins with Jesus riding a donkey colt into Jerusalem—as the prophet foretold. As this week nears its end, Jesus is given a crown of thorns. He carries a cross out of Jerusalem and is nailed to it. Placed on his cross was this sign: “Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews.” The sign was partially right. Jesus is a king, just not of the Jews. He’s our King, infinitely mightier than any ruler in history, while also being infinitely humbler. King Jesus has come to save us. Other heads of state can serve as blessings. But this is the greater type of king that we need most.
Matthew 21:1-11
Zechariah 9:9,10
Philippians 2:5-11
Psalm 24
412 – All Glory, Laud, and Honor
411 – Ride On, Ride On in Majesty
413 – Hosanna, Loud Hosanna
422 – A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth
415 – Exult Today, Jerusalem
Prayer of the Day: We praise you, O God, for the great acts of love by which you have redeemed us through your Son, Jesus Christ. As he was acclaimed by those who scattered their garments and branches of palms in his path, so may we always hail him as our King and follow him with perfect confidence; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation: The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.