Palm Sunday | The King Is Here | Pastor Ryan DeFrain
Discussion Questions
- What expectations did the crowd have for Jesus as He entered Jerusalem, and how do our own expectations sometimes distort who Jesus really is?
- Pastor Ryan emphasized that Jesus came to establish a different kind of kingdom. What are some key differences between the kingdom people expected and the one Jesus actually brought?
- Why do you think the crowd so quickly turned from shouting “Hosanna” to “Crucify Him”? What does this teach us about the nature of shallow faith or conditional worship?
- What does it truly mean for Jesus to be “King” in your life—not just your Savior? How might that change your daily decisions or priorities?
- Which of the three groups described at the end of the message (religious leaders, the crowd, or the disciples) do you most relate to right now—and why?
Notable Quotes
- “Jesus isn’t just our Savior. He’s also come to be our King.”
A challenge to move from simply receiving grace to living under Christ’s authority. - “They thought their greatest need was freedom from Rome. Jesus knew their greatest need was freedom from sin and death.”
A reminder that God’s deliverance may look different—but is always deeper and greater. - “The problem is this: Jesus is not king on anybody else’s terms.”
A bold statement calling believers to full surrender and trust, even when it’s not easy.