March 27, 2026
The Triumphal Exit
David Faust explores the drama of Palm Sunday, the contrast of cheers and Jesus’ tears, and the surprising victories won at the cross—ending with Christ’s triumphal re-entry in the resurrection.
Articles for tag: Triumphal Entry
March 25, 2024
March Madness, Sadness, and Gladness
Consider the range of emotions that occurred during Jesus' final week . . .
March 27, 2023
April 2 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “The Ordinary Are Invited” (Mark 11:1-19).
April 12, 2021
Apr 18 | A New State of Mind
In answering the religious leaders' questions about death and taxes, Jesus drew a bead on a new state of mind about those issues.
Did Jesus Engage in Political Debate?
By Mark E. Moore Did Jesus engage in political debate? Well, that depends on your definition of political. I’m not trying to be clever or coy, just clear (an attribute desperately lacking in modern political debate). The word political comes from the Greek word politeuomai which means “to live as a citizen” (Acts 23:1; Philippians 1:27). It had to do with social engagement in the public sphere. According to this technical definition, to be political, Jesus would have to meet these four criteria: (a) Be a public figure—his ideas or vision would need to be declared publicly rather than merely
April 11, 2011
Lesson for April 17, 2011: Praise the Lord (Mark 11:1-11)
Tim Turner reflects on Mark 11:1-11, Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem, the crowd’s praise, and the call to prepare for Christ’s return with faithful obedience.
