This sermon, for Ad Te Levavi (the first Sunday in Advent), considers how Jesus' entry into Jerusalem from Matthew 21:1–9 tells us just what kind of King we have.

Takeaways

• Advent starts the journey to the cross, with a major stop at the manger along the way (that is, Christmas!).
• Worldly kings force obedience, but King Jesus wins our hearts by dying for us.
• Worldly kings take from their people, but King Jesus gives Himself for us.

Scripture Index

• Matthew 21:1–9 - King Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey (instead of a war horse!)
• Zechariah 9:9 - The prophet predicts that the King will come to His people humbly, riding on a donkey
• Jeremiah 23:5–8 - God promises to raise up a righteous one to save His people

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