Going Palm Sunday
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This Palm Sunday message from Alive In Christ Lutheran explores the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem as recorded in the Gospels, framing it as both a historical event and a spiritual invitation. Pastor Tim Morris reflects on how Jesus' humble entrance on a donkey fulfilled Old Testament prophecy and symbolized His identity as the suffering Messiah, not a political conqueror. The sermon connects this moment to the final week of the Red Letter Challenge, emphasizing 'going'—the call to follow Jesus into mission, service, and discipleship. Morris unpacks the cost of discipleship, contrasting the 'old Adam' (self-centered, fleshly living) with the new life in Christ, which requires surrender, forgiveness, giving, and going into the world. He challenges listeners to embrace this transformation, warning that life without Jesus is ultimately empty and depressing, while inviting them to receive mercy, forgiveness, and the hope of resurrection. The message culminates in a prayer invitation for personal surrender and a renewed commitment to follow Christ.
Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey fulfilled prophecy and revealed His identity as the humble, suffering Messiah.
True discipleship involves denying the 'old Adam'—our self-centered nature—and embracing a life of obedience, forgiveness, service, and mission.
The call to 'go' is not just evangelism but a daily surrender to God’s will, following Jesus into all areas of life.
Mercy and grace are available to all who come boldly to God’s throne, especially those struggling with sin, doubt, or spiritual emptiness.
The Red Letter Challenge’s final week calls for a personal response: to believe, receive, and follow Jesus into new life.
Jesus' Triumphal Entry and the Fulfillment of Prophecy
“If these were silent, the very stones would cry out.”
The Red Letter Challenge and the Call to 'Going'
“Jesus' mission becomes our mission.”
The Cost of Following Jesus: Denying the Old Adam
“Life without Jesus is depressing. In fact, life without Jesus is worth and depressing. It's impossible.”
The Invitation to Mercy and New Life
The sermon concludes with a powerful prayer invitation, calling listeners to come before God’s throne with boldness. Tim emphasizes that mercy is available for sin, doubt, unforgiveness, and self-centeredness. He invites the congregation to surrender their will, receive forgiveness, and embrace the new life Jesus offers through His death and resurrection. The message ends with a call to go into all nations, empowered by the Holy Spirit.
“Life without Jesus is depressing. In fact, life without Jesus is worth and depressing. It's impossible.”
“If these were silent, the very stones would cry out.”
“One thing you still lack, young man, sell all that you have and distribute to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. And then come, follow me.”
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