Read Matthew 21: 1-9.

1. What is the significance of Holy Week, and how does it shape our

understanding of Jesus' mission?

2. How does the contrast between the Triumphal Entry and the Crucifixion

demonstrate the unexpected nature of Jesus’ kingship?

3. What does the phrase "With God, even when we’re down, we’re not out"

mean in the context of Holy Week? How can we apply this to our personal

lives?

4. Romans 8: 28 reminds us that "in all things God works for the good of those

who love him." How does this verse speak to the peace we receive through

Christ?

5. Jesus is described as the "Prince of Peace" in Isaiah 9: 6. How does this title

contrast with the expectations of the people during His time?

6. What is the significance of the crowd shouting, "Hosanna!" at Jesus’ entry

into Jerusalem? What did they hope for, and how did their expectations

shift?

7. In what ways did the people of Jerusalem’s reaction to Jesus’ entry differ

from their reaction when they shouted, "Crucify him!"?

8. The sermon talks about choosing between "Jesus of Nazareth" and "Jesus

Barabbas." How can we sometimes make similar choices in our own lives

between the peace that Jesus offers and the false peace that the world

offers?

9. Why is it important that Jesus, the perfect Lamb of God, was the ultimate

sacrifice for our sins? How does this act bring us peace?

10. In John 14: 27, Jesus says, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you."

What does this peace look like in your life today, and how can you share it

with others?

Prayer for the Week:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the incredible gift of peace that we find in

Jesus Christ. As we reflect on the events of Holy Week, we are humbled by the

love and sacrifice that You demonstrated through Your Son. Help us to

remember that, even in times of turmoil, Your peace is greater than all the chaos

around us. Teach us to trust in Your plan, even when things don't go as we

expect, and to find comfort in knowing that You are always working for our good.

Lord, we ask that the peace of Christ would fill our hearts, minds, and lives. May

we be instruments of peace in a world that desperately needs it. Help us to carry

that peace to others and to live in a way that reflects Your love and grace. We

offer this prayer in the name of Jesus, our Savior, the Prince of Peace. Amen.