First Baptist Church of New Holland PA

MATTHEW 21:1-16 – IMPACT UPON ARRIVAL

• On March 30, 1973, 50 years ago this past Thursday, our first born, David John Peters arrived.
• There was an immediate impact upon his arrival.
• Of course, there was joy!
• There were visits from the relatives!
• Sleep patterns changed.
• Meal patterns changed.
• Responsibilities changed.
• Budget requirements changed.
• The impact of Dave arriving and then his siblings, Mark and Donna, is still felt by us today! And, we’re glad!
• When Jesus officially arrived in Jerusalem to present Himself to Israel as their Messiah, there was impact!
• When Jesus arrives in our lives, there will also be impact!
• Let’s look at the first Palm Sunday!

PREPARATION – Vss. 1-5

• Vss. 1-3 – Jesus knew what He was doing. He still does.
• Whether prearranged or not, acquiring the colt was in the plan, and the fact that the Lord had need. Was enough.
• Vss. 4-5 – In order for this to be official, Jesus had to arrive this way. Zechariah 9:9
• It is also likely that a second prophecy was being fulfilled. Daniel 9:25-26 – 483 years – Messiah arrives and is cut off.

PRESENTATION – Vss. 6-11

• Vs. 6 – The Disciples obeyed. Let’s imitate them!
• Vs. 9 – Hosanna – “Save us now!” Psalm 118:25-26
• Vss. 9-11 – A grand welcome, but true disciples were the only sincere ones. Isaiah 29:13 – That’s true today too!

PURIFICATION – Vss. 12-13

• Vs. 12 – Mark made an important observation. Mark 11:11 – As King, Jesus has the right to evaluate what is his and to take action!
• Vs. 13 - Christ-followers - let him clean house! Isaiah 56:7

PARTICIPATION – Vss. 14-16

• Vs. 14 – The blind and lame came for healing.
• Vs. 15 – The leaders were indignant.
• Vs. 16 – The children praised Him.
• How will you participate?