Jesus the Humble King

God's Word

This took place to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet, saying, 'Say to the daughter of Zion, Behold, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a beast of burden.'

— Matthew 21:4-5

Question 1

The crowds spread their coats and branches on the road because they thought Jesus would fight the Romans and be a strong king. But Jesus rode a donkey to show He is a humble King. What does it mean that Jesus is humble?

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Question 2

The people shouted, 'Save us!' because they wanted to be free from Rome. The sermon said their biggest need was not a new ruler but forgiveness for their sins. Why is it good news that Jesus forgives sins?

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Question 3

The crowd called Jesus 'the prophet.' A prophet tells us what God wants us to know. What is one way you can listen to Jesus this week?

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Activity: Draw the Scene

Draw a picture of Jesus riding the donkey into Jerusalem. Show the crowds, the coats on the road, and the palm branches. Then tell someone in your family why Jesus is a humble King.

(draw your picture below)