Palm Sunday Reflection on Luke 19:28–40
As Palm Sunday arrives, we find ourselves at a turning point in the story of Jesus—a moment of celebration that leads directly to the cross. In Luke 19:28–40, Jesus enters Jerusalem on a colt, welcomed by crowds shouting praise, laying down cloaks, and waving branches. It looks like a victory parade, but beneath it lies something much deeper.
Jesus is not entering the city to claim a throne. He’s entering to give Himself away. He is becoming bread for the journey—for the disciples, for the people, and for us.
🎉 The Joy of the People: Nourishment Through Worship
As Jesus approaches, the people rejoice with loud voices. They’ve seen His miracles, heard His teachings, and sensed something holy in His presence. Their praise is passionate and heartfelt.
Yet we know how quickly the mood will shift. From “Hosanna” to “Crucify Him” in just a few days. Their joy is real—but fragile.
Still, this moment teaches us something essential: joy is food for the soul.
Even if we’re walking through hard times, worship sustains us. Singing, praying, laying our hearts before the Lord—these are ways we take in spiritual nourishment.
Worship is bread for the journey.
🕊️ The Humility of Jesus: Gentle Strength
Jesus chooses a colt, not a warhorse. He doesn’t enter Jerusalem as a conqueror, but as a servant King. This is not how the world expects royalty to behave—but it is the way of Christ.
In our own journeys, we often hunger for peace, not power. Gentleness can be more nourishing than strength. In the quiet humility of Jesus, we find a model for how to live, how to love, and how to keep going.
Humility is bread for the journey.
🪨 Even the Stones Will Cry Out
When the Pharisees try to quiet the crowd, Jesus responds:
“If they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.”
What a powerful truth. The praise of Jesus is so real, so essential, that even creation would rise up if people stayed silent. We were made to worship. And even when life feels heavy or quiet, praise keeps us connected to something bigger than ourselves.
Whether sung in full voice or whispered in prayer, our praise matters. It keeps our spirits fed.
Praise is bread for the journey.
🍞 Jesus Is the Bread
This triumphal entry leads to an upper room, where bread will be broken. Then to a cross, where His body becomes the broken bread for the world. Then to a tomb—and finally, to resurrection.
Jesus doesn’t just walk the journey—He becomes the nourishment for ours.
🌿 As Holy Week Begins…
What do you need for your own journey right now?
Maybe you’re weary. Maybe you’re grateful. Maybe you’ve been quietly carrying burdens no one else sees. Wherever you are, Jesus meets you—on a colt, in humility, with joy, with peace. He offers Himself again, not as a concept, but as living bread.
So come. Lay down your cloak. Lift up your voice. And let Him feed you.
Jesus is your bread for the journey.
Wishing you a blessed Holy Week. May your heart be fed and your spirit strengthened for the road ahead.
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484 East 16th Street, Hamilton, ON L9A 4K8
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THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE:
Today: Refreshments following worship
7:00pm Gemini AA
Monday 6:30 pm Beavers & Cubs
Tues. 4:00 pm T.O.P.S L/H
7:00 pm Police Choir Practice
Wed. 8:00 am TOPS – L/H
9:00 am Quilters
9:30 am Bible Study – Library
10:30 am Coffee Time
Thurs. 12:00 pm Gemini AA – Rm. 1
7:00 pm Scouts, Ventures & MedVents
Friday 10:30 am Good Friday Worship
Sat. 10:00 am The United Church of God – L/H
Our Lenten Project this year will be for SOCKS Canada. Your donations can be directed in two ways: i) the general fund – which supports the children, gardens and education; ii) Women 4 Women : W4W: This gift of $30.00 will provide one girl at Joyland Special Needs School with feminine hygiene products and underwear for a full year. Please pick up a sock for your donation. Feel free to make a cash donation. If writing a cheque, please make it out to: SOCKS Canada Relief Organization.
You can also e-transfer your donation to kenyanhugs@gmail.com
security question- name of charity / answer – socks.
May God’s blessings be returned to you as you bless others.
