Matthew 21.1-11
1. To remind us that we have a Bible that is both integrated and authoritative -Zechariah 9.9
2. Because Jesus has died to the need to be understood
-Mark 8.31-33
-Mark 9.30-32
-Mark 10.32-34
-Luke 19.41-42
3. Jesus knows that reconciliation is necessary
-1 Peter 3.18
-1 Timothy 2.5-6
Four simple questions…
Why is there something rather than nothing?
How did things get so bad?
Is there any hope?
How will it all end?
4. To demonstrate that God has a plan and His life was a part of it
-Luke 9.51
5. To give everyone hope
Mental worship…
If you knew you had one week to live what would you do and what would you stop doing?
Do you ever feel as if your life is a part of God’s plan for the world? What is happening when you feel that way?
When we need someone’s approval they have power over us. Having said that, who has power over you?
Is your life more about getting God to bless your plan or getting you to believe His plan?