Palm Sunday sermon. John 12:12-19

WELCOMING THE KING
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I. Here comes the king.

II. Mixed motives of the crowd.
A. Many were there for the thrill factor.
B. Some worshipped him with innocent faith.
C. A few had a deeper appreciation.
D. None grasped the full meaning.

III. What it means to welcome Jesus as your king.
A. More than hosannas.
B. The Lordship of Jesus.
1) Regular time with God.
2) Commitment to God’s people and work.
3) Self-Control in areas of weakness.
4) Stand up for Jesus in the public square.

IV. Choosing your king.