WHAT REALLY HAPPENED ON THAT FIRST PALM SUNDAY? by Ron Ritchie

What really happened on that first Palm Sunday? (1) Jesus the incarnate Son of God prepared to offer himself to Israel as their long-awaited Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6; Zechariah 9:9) and their King-Messiah (Psalm 118:26). He came to offer them not only himself but also the gift of salvation, to set up his kingdom of righteousness in their hearts. (2) Many responded to his offer, but (3) most of the nation rejected the Prince of Peace and his invitation of redemption, so (4) he wept over their future physical, emotional, and spiritual destruction. Because of their rejection Jesus had to finish out the week as the final Passover Lamb who willingly died for the sins of the world. But because of his death on the cross, his resurrection, and his Ascension into the presence of his Father where he now reigns as King of kings and Lord of lords, we see the greatest redeeming value of the events of that first Palm Sunday: Regardless of the political, religious, or social circumstances of our lives, the Prince of Peace is still inviting everyone to place their faith in him and be reconciled to God in order to enjoy the full peace of God!



"This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." PSALMS 118:24


Thank you Father for this day, and thank you Father for Your Son, who began this day on His journey of coming to be at Your side. Lord as we go through this week, let us be reminded of His death, resurrection and ascension to Heaven. That His blood was shed for us Father, that we could have eternal life. We praise you Lord for your grace. Amen