The King’s Humble Entry: Palm Sunday and the Path to Victory (13th April 2025 Sermon)

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, also known as Passion Week. Three key words associated with Palm Sunday highlight Jesus as the Messiah, the Anointed King: “Palms,” “Donkey,” and “Hosanna.” ‘Palms’ are a symbol of victory, representing the presence of Jesus, the Victorious King. The “Donkey,” a humble animal, symbolizes the peaceful arrival of Jesus amidst a people’s movement. “Hosanna,” meaning ‘Save, we beg you, Lord,’ is both an expression of praise and a welcome to Jesus as the Messiah who established the Messianic Kingdom, triumphing over sin and death.