Episode Details

Palm Sunday reminds us that Jesus often fulfills God’s plan in ways people do not expect. Looking at Matthew 21, Pastor Chris Teien shows how Jesus entered Jerusalem with humility, purpose, and complete control over what was ahead. Gain a deeper understanding of how Christ’s plan calls believers to trust Him, praise Him, and live with expectation even when life does not unfold the way they imagined.

In This Message

1. Jesus Has the Plan and He Is Working Out the Plan
(Matthew 21:1–3; Zechariah 14:4; Psalm 33:11; John 14:2–3; Matthew 24:14)
Jesus sent two disciples for the donkey with precise instructions, showing that He knew what was ahead and was working out God’s plan. The sermon emphasizes that Christ is still preparing His people, building His church, advancing the gospel, and moving history toward His return.

2. Jesus Fulfills God’s Promises, Not Our Assumptions
(Matthew 21:4–5; Zechariah 9:9; Philippians 2:5–8; Revelation 19:11)
Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy rather than meeting the crowd’s expectation of a political conqueror. This point shows that God’s plan may look different from human assumptions, but it is always purposeful, faithful, and redemptive.

3. Jesus Invites a Response of Trust and Praise
(Matthew 21:6–11; Psalm 118:25–26; John 6:15)
The crowd spread cloaks and branches before Jesus and cried out, “Hosanna,” asking the Lord to save. The sermon highlights the call to trust Jesus not only as Savior, but as King who is worthy of worship, obedience, surrender, and praise.

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I hope this message helps you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon transcripts at Well.faith, learn more at ChrisTeien.com, or come visit us at Rockwell Church in Virginia, Minnesota. If this message encouraged you, I’d love to hear from you at wellfaith24@gmail.com.