this past sunday

march 29th Sermon

Sermon recap

This past Sunday, Pastor Jon led us in a thought-provoking sermon that delved into the theme of honoring God fully, both outwardly and inwardly. As we reflected on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, we were reminded of the importance of genuine praise and the ways we can embody this in our daily lives.

  • True Honor and Praise: Pastor Jon highlighted how Jesus was honored by the crowds during his entry into Jerusalem, but he also challenged us to consider how we can honor God not just outwardly, but inwardly in our hearts.
  • The Struggle of Double-Mindedness: We explored the concept of being double-minded, where our actions may not always align with our inner beliefs. Pastor Jon encouraged us to seek alignment in our faith journey, ensuring our hearts and actions both reflect our devotion to God.
  • Christ's Perfect Example: Despite our imperfections, Christ remains the ultimate example of perfect honor and praise. His unwavering commitment to God's mission inspires us to strive for sincerity in our worship and actions.

As we move forward this week, let's embrace the call to honor God in all aspects of our lives. Whether through our interactions, our service, or our quiet moments of reflection, may we strive to align our hearts with our actions, giving glory to our Creator.

Sermon Study GUide

March 29, 2026 Sermon

Reading
  • John 12:12-19
  • Isaiah 50:4-9

Warm Up
  • Reflect on a time when you felt honored or when you honored someone else. How did it feel, and what impact did it have on you or them?
  • How do you currently express honor and praise to God in your daily life?

Scripture Exploration
  • Read John 12:12-19. What are the significant actions of the crowd as Jesus enters Jerusalem? Why might these actions be important?
  • Reflect on Isaiah 50:4-9. How is the Messiah described, and what does this reveal about Jesus’ mission and attitude?
  • What do you think the palm branches and cloaks laid on the ground symbolize in the context of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem?

Personal Reflection
  • Consider the dual nature of honor discussed in the sermon: outward and inward. Why is it important to align both in our worship and daily lives?
  • How does Jesus’ unwavering commitment to God’s mission, as described in Isaiah 50, challenge or inspire you in your own faith journey?
  • What theological insights can be drawn from the crowd’s initial praise of Jesus and their later actions?

Personal Application
  • Identify one area in your life where you can more fully honor God both inwardly and outwardly. What steps can you take to improve in this area?
  • How can you incorporate honoring God into your interactions with others in your community this week?
  • Plan a specific action you can take to share your faith or offer encouragement to someone who might need it, reflecting Jesus’ example of honoring God.
  • Reflect on the prayer included in the sermon. How can you make this a part of your regular spiritual practice to align your heart and actions with God's will?