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An Expectation Shattering Empire - John 12:12-19

This is a sermon by Scott McKay from the morning service on 2nd March 2025.

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John 12:12-19 – An Expectation Shattering Empire

Introduction

Packing away Christmas

Welcoming of the conquering King (12:12-13)

Clue One: “Hosanna”

Clue Two: “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord…”

Clue Three: Palm Branches

Announcing the Prophesised Person (12:14-16)

The Donkey

The Scripture

Spreading the Word to the World (12:17-19)

The Crowd from Bethany

The Crowd from Jerusalem

Conclusion

Questions:

1) What are some of the ways we try to contain Jesus and put Him in a box?

2) What was the expectation of the crowds for Jesus’ Kingship?

3a) How does the prophecy from Zechariah 9:9 contrast with the crowd's view of the Messiah they were expecting? 3b) In what ways is the reality of Jesus’ Kingship so much better than the crowd’s diminished expectations?

4) What part do we play in the advancement of Jesus’ Kingdom?

5) “If Jesus’ life has radically altered your life, then you will want to share that life with others” - Discuss.

6a) How do we make sure that the Jesus we believe in is not just a messiah of our own making? 6b) How has Jesus confronted and shaped your expectations?

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