In this message by Pastor Rich titled, "Why Are You Doing This?" it dives into Mark 11:1-11, exploring the significance of Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Beyond the physical act of laying down palm branches, this message emphasizes the symbolic significance. Showing us how we can offer our own lives, symbolized by our own palms, in worship to Jesus. Just as the crowds laid down their cloaks and palm branches to honor Jesus, we are urged to surrender our hearts and lives as offerings to Him.
Why Are You Doing This?
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