Jesus' Enduring Questions: What Shall I Say?

Pastor Hannah invites the church this Palm Sunday to enter into the story of Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem and to see for themselves what kind of king he is. By imagining the scene through the eyes of the crowd, the sermon highlights the tension and excitement surrounding Jesus—hailed as king after performing miracles like raising Lazarus, yet arriving not with power or violence, but humbly on a donkey. Jesus is a radically different kind of king: one who brings peace instead of war, humility instead of status, and true freedom instead of political domination. In contrast to worldly power, Jesus demonstrates a kingdom rooted in self-giving love, fulfilling prophecy and inviting people into a new kind of deliverance from sin and death. Pastor Hannah invites us to consider our response to this king—especially when following him costs us something. Through Jesus’ own words as he approaches his death, we see his honest struggle yet unwavering obedience, choosing love and sacrifice over comfort. This becomes both a challenge and a source of healing: while we often resist costly obedience or seek recognition, Jesus fully gives himself for others without self-interest. Jesus' actions, especially on the cross, prove the depth of his love—offering both transformation for our sin and healing for our wounds. Ultimately, Pastor Hannah's invitation is to let Jesus’ self-giving love reshape our lives during Holy Week, trusting that his way of humble, sacrificial love leads to true life.