The Sunday before Easter is Palm Sunday—the day Jesus entered Jerusalem as the King of Kings, the week of Passover-- one of the major feast celebrations of Israel when the people turned their attention back to how God had rescued His people from captivity, thanks to the blood of an unblemished lamb.
Many of God’s people traveled to Jerusalem for Passover. But this time, as Jesus made His way into Jerusalem, a city that was overflowing with pilgrims for the celebration, the people greeted Him as king by chanting, “Hosanna,” which means save now, “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord” (John 12:13).
Get ready for part 1 of the greatest story ever told- the one where our Savior Jesus gave up everything for us.
-From Brian Dembowczyk at TGP website
#JesusJams for today!
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Christ Connection: During Jesus’ triumphal entry, the people welcomed Him as King. Jesus was the Messiah spoken about by the prophet Zechariah: “Look, your King is coming to you; He is righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey” (Zechariah 9:9). One day, Jesus will return to earth on a white horse as King over everything. (Revelation 19:11)
If you have a bible at your house, open to Luke 19:28-44 and have a parent read it out loud to you! If you don't have one, that's okay! CLICK HERE.
Option #1 Pretend Parade
Gather up as many pillows, pillowcases, or kitchen towels as you can. Create a pathway through your house (think "The Floor is Lava" style") While the floor is NOT lava, is IT the path of your family parade. As kids march down the parade route, consider playing a "walk-out" tune of their choice to get them pumped up!
EXPLAIN TO KIDS: Today we read about the time when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey. People spread out their coats and palm branches in front of Him, and they cheered and sang too. People welcomed Jesus to Jerusalem as their King!
OPTION 2: Make Palm Branches
Here's a fun idea on how to make your own palm leaves!
Here's how to make these super fun palm leaves!
1. Trace your hand on green paper.
2. Cut out the hand your drew. (Do this multiple times per palm branch)
3. Glue or tape these to the Popsicle stick.
OPTION 3: Palm Sunday and Holy Week Fun packet
Here's a super fun activity packet for kids with a printable book, as well as activity pages for holy week and today! CLICK HERE to print or click on the image below:
Unit 15 Discussion:
