Study Guide | Palm Sunday

The Problem of Sin – Humanity’s separation from God began in Eden and continues without Christ.
Something to think about: In what ways do you see the effects of sin in your own life, and how does it affect your relationship with God?

The Plan of God – God’s plan always included a sacrificial lamb to cover our sin.
Something to think about: What does the concept of substitutionary atonement mean to you personally?

The Perfect Time – Jesus waited until the exact moment God ordained to reveal Himself as Messiah.
Something to think about: Are you trusting in God’s timing in your own life, even when it’s not your own?

The Promised Day – Prophecy declared the very day Messiah would enter Jerusalem.
Something to think about: How does fulfilled prophecy affirm your faith in Scripture and in Jesus?

Inspection Day – Jesus, like the Passover lamb, was examined and found without blemish.
Something to think about: How are you living in light of the fact that Jesus was the perfect, sinless sacrifice for you?

This is the Day – Psalm 118 was fulfilled when the crowd cried “Hosanna.”
Something to think about: What does “Hosanna” mean in your heart today?

Daniel’s Day – Prophecy pinpointed the exact arrival of Jesus as the Anointed One.
Something to think about: How does the precision of God’s plan impact how you live today?

Prayer Points

Believe in God’s Plan – Ask God to help you trust His redemptive plan and accept the sacrifice of Jesus personally.

Live in God’s Timing – Pray that you would walk in God’s timing, not rushing ahead or lagging behind.

Recognize the Savior – Pray for spiritual eyes to see Jesus clearly and a heart ready to worship Him fully.

Prepare Your Heart – Ask God to search your heart and remove anything that keeps you from full obedience.

Receive the Peace of Christ – Pray that you would receive the peace Jesus offers and share it with a world in need.