Podcasts about Hosanna

And Jesus entered the temple and drove out all who sold and bought in the temple, and He overturned the tables of the money-changers and the seats of those who sold pigeons. … And the blind and the lame came to Him in the temple, and He healed them. But when the chief priests and the scribes saw the wonderful things that He did, and the children crying out in the temple, “Hosanna to the Son of David!” they were indignant and said to Him, “Do You hear what these are saying?” And Jesus said to them, “Yes; have you never read, “‘Out of the mouth of infants and nursing babies You have prepared praise'?” (Matthew 21:12, 14-16)

In this teaching on Matthew 21, Jaclyn explains the meaning of “Hosanna” and what it reveals about the authority of Jesus Christ. Some trip over the authority of Jesus, and some are crushed. What changes when we surrender? Understanding “Hosanna” may change the way you see Jesus—and your response to His authority.Personal Challenges:Write the word Hosanna everywhere.Handwrite Isaiah 8:14–16 and ponder it while reading Matthew 21.For more Scripture:Read Matthew 21 and Mark 11 to see the rebellion, then read John 12 to see the submission.https://www.inseparableministries.org/ https://www.inseparableministries.org/event-calendar

10 And when he was come into Jerusalem, the whole city was moved, saying: Who is this?Et cum intrasset Jerosolymam, commota est universa civitas, dicens : Quis est hic? 11 And the people said: This is Jesus the prophet, from Nazareth of Galilee.Populi autem dicebant : Hic est Jesus propheta a Nazareth Galilaeae. 12 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the money changers, and the chairs of them that sold doves:Et intravit Jesus in templum Dei, et ejiciebat omnes vendentes et ementes in templo, et mensas numulariorum, et cathedras vendentium columbas evertit : 13 And he saith to them: It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but you have made it a den of thieves.et dicit eis : Scriptum est : Domus mea domus orationis vocabitur : vos autem fecistis illam speluncam latronum. 14 And there came to him the blind and the lame in the temple; and he healed them.Et accesserunt ad eum caeci, et claudi in templo : et sanavit eos. 15 And the chief priests and scribes, seeing the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying: Hosanna to the son of David; were moved with indignation.Videntes autem principes sacerdotum et scribae mirabilia quae fecit, et pueros clamantes in templo, et dicentes : Hosanna filio David : indignati sunt, 16 And said to him: Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus said to them: Yea, have you never read: Out of the mouth of infants and of sucklings thou hast perfected praise?et dixerunt ei : Audis quid isti dicunt? Jesus autem dixit eis : Utique. Numquam legistis : Quia ex ore infantium et lactentium perfecisti laudem? 17 And leaving them, he went out of the city into Bethania, and remained there.Et relictis illis, abiit foras extra civitatem in Bethaniam : ibique mansit.

As Matthew’s Gospel takes a dramatic turn, Jesus goes public with His identity as the Messiah–the promised King. As He does, we see that He is a King who both humbly lays down His life and boldly opposes sinful hypocrisy. Along the way, He also graciously invites our expectant prayers.

Welcome or Surrender? The Difference Between Applause and Allegiance This message is for you if: You've ever felt spiritually moved — but wondered if that's enough. You attend church but want to know what real surrender actually looks like. You're wrestling with whether Jesus is just part of your life… or truly King of it. You've confused religious activity with genuine discipleship. You want your faith to endure beyond emotion — into real, steady trust. On Palm Sunday, the crowds shouted "Hosanna." They waved branches. They laid down cloaks. But by the time Jesus entered the temple, everything was quiet. In this Gospel Daily message, Pastor Josh Weidmann walks through Mark 11:1–11 and explores a sobering question: Is it possible to welcome Jesus emotionally — and still fail to receive Him as King? This sermon examines the Triumphal Entry, the meaning of "Hosanna," the fulfillment of Zechariah 9:9, and the tension between superficial faith and lifelong surrender. Discover the difference between enthusiasm and discipleship, religious routine and true worship, and why Palm Sunday still confronts us today. If you've ever wondered what real surrender looks like — not just in worship, but in your daily life — this message will challenge and clarify what it means to follow Jesus as King.   Show Notes Text: Mark 11:1–11 — The Triumphal Entry Jesus entered Jerusalem humbly, intentionally, and fully in control. The crowd welcomed Him with praise — but misunderstood His mission. It's possible to feel moved by Jesus and still miss what He truly wants. When Jesus entered the temple, the celebration gave way to silence. Sometimes the greatest danger isn't open rejection — but quiet neglect. Receiving Jesus as King is more than a moment of emotion. It's daily trust. Ongoing surrender. Steady worship. A surrendered life looks faithful in both joy and suffering. Gentle but personal question: If Jesus walked through your life today, would He find room prepared for Him?   Reflection Questions  Where in my life have I welcomed Jesus emotionally — but resisted surrendering control? If Jesus "surveyed" my priorities this week, what would reveal that He is truly King? What might reveal indifference? Do I follow Jesus for what I hope He will give me — or for who He truly is? What area of my schedule, relationships, finances, or ambitions have I not fully laid down before Him? What would it look like for my Monday to reflect the same devotion I express on Sunday?

Send a textSeven Days That Changed The World The Donkey, The Cross, And The Crowd | Part 1 Senior Pastor Keith StewartFebruary 22, 2026On Palm Sunday, the crowds shouted “Hosanna,” waved palm branches, and welcomed Jesus as King. But they wanted a conqueror with a hammer—not a Savior riding a donkey. What they celebrated on Sunday, they rejected by Friday because Jesus refused to meet their expectations. He did not come to overthrow Rome; He came to overthrow sin. The question remains for us: will we follow the King we want—or the Lamb who came to save?Discussion Questions1. Observation: Seeing What the Text Reveals Why do you think all four Gospel writers included the Triumphal Entry? What does that tell us about its importance? What different biblical connections to the donkey did you notice (Zechariah, Abraham and Isaac, Solomon)? What do those layers communicate about Jesus?What political expectations were present in Jerusalem during Passover? How did palm branches, cloaks, and the word “Hosanna” reflect those expectations?2. Interpretation: Understanding the Meaning What message was Jesus intentionally sending by riding a donkey instead of a war horse? How does that redefine power? The crowd welcomed Jesus as King but rejected Him as Savior. What is the difference between enthusiasm and genuine faith?3. Personal Reflection: Examining the Heart In what ways do people today (including Christians) project their own expectations onto Jesus? Where are you most tempted to want “Air Force One Jesus” instead of “Donkey Jesus”? The crowd wanted deliverance from Rome; Jesus came to deal with sin. What problems in your life feel urgent but may not be the root issue? Jesus entered Jerusalem on Lamb Selection Day. If He stood before you today asking for your allegiance, what would it mean practically to choose the Lamb instead of the hammer?

Luister hier na die klankopname of op die potgooi-platform van jou keuse of lees die blog-inskrywing hier onder. . . Na-leef gedagte: As-Woensdag — 'n off-beat ritueel deur Pieter Roeloffse “Jesus is an alternative to the dominant ways of the world,  not a supplement to them.”  Eugene Peterson Elke jaar doen die kerk iets vreemd. Ons neem die oorblyfsels van verlede jaar se Palmsondag — die takke waarmee ons “Hosanna!” gesing het — en ons verbrand dit. Die takke wat eens tekens van oorwinning en hoop was, word as. En met daardie as begin ons Lydenstyd. Dit is nie toevallig nie. Dit is teologies briljant. Die ironie van die skare Op Palmsondag stap Jesus Jerusalem binne. Die skare waai palmtakke. Hulle roep “Hosanna! “Prys die Seun van Dawid! Loof Hom wat in die Naam van die Here kom!” (Matt 21:1-11, Mark. 11:1-11; Luk. 19:28-38; Joh. 12:12-19) Hulle verwag 'n Messias wat hul vyande sal oorwin, die regte mag sal herstel, die regte koninkryk sal vestig. 'n Paar dae later is daar weer 'n skare. En hulle roep: “Kruisig Hom! Kruisig Hom.” (Matt 27:15-26, Mark. 15:6-15; Luk. 23:13-25; Joh. 18:39 – 19:16)  Dieselfde stad. Dieselfde fees. Waarskynlik meeste van dieselfde mense. Wat het verander? Jesus het nie by hulle script ingepas nie. Hy het nie mag oorgeneem soos hulle verwag het nie. Hy het nie Rome omver gewerp soos hulle verwag het nie. Hy het nie die soort oorwinning gebring wat hulle wou hê nie. En toe Hy nie inpas by hul verwagtinge nie, draai die skare. Ons is nader aan die skare as wat ons dink. As-Woensdag begin met “Onthou jy is stof” en 'n as-kruis merk op jou voorkop of pols. Hoekom? Omdat ons ook palmtakke dra — ons eie verwagtinge het van hoe God moet werk; hoe verlossing moet lyk. Ons eie planne van die mooi en goeie lewe het. Ons juig maklik vir 'n Jesus wat óns drome bevestig. Maar 'n Jesus wat selfopoffering vra? 'n Koning wat op 'n donkie ry? 'n God wat alle mense liefhet? 'n Messias wat leer en leef “sterf van jou ekkigheid dan kom daar nuwe lewe”? Dis net té anders, té vreemd, té ongemaklik. Die as van Palmsondag-takke herinner ons: selfs ons aanbidding kan soms besoedel wees (vgl. Miga 6:6-8; Amos 5:21-24). 'n Heilige onderbreking Wanneer die palmtakke verbrand word, word triomf in stof verander. Dit nooi ons: Moenie hoop op jou eie namaaksel van God en jou eie weergawe van oorwinning nie. As-Woensdag help ons om eerlik te word oor iets diep in ons harte — ons wil graag hê God moet ons idees, oortuigings en storie versterk — nie dit herskryf nie. Maar Jesus kom nie om ons storie te verbeter nie. Hy kom om 'n ander een te gee: 'n Storie waar die eerste laaste is. Waar mag lyk soos diens. Waar oorwinning deur selfopoffering kom. Waar lewe deur die dood breek. Wanneer die as op ons voorkop in die vorm van 'n kruis geteken word, hou dit Palmsondag en Goeie Vrydag saam. Dit sê: Moenie te vinnig juig nie. Moenie te vinnig veroordeel nie. Moenie dink jy staan buite die skare nie. Dit nooi ons om ons afhanklikheid te erken. Te erken dat God en Sy manier anders is as wat ons graag sou verkies. Te onthou dat God en Sy anderster manier verlossing, vryheid, lewe gee — vir alles en almal! As-Woensdag vra nie: Is jy opgewonde oor Jesus? nie. Dit vra: Sal jy Hom volg wanneer Hy nie in jou verwagtinge pas nie? Sal jy Hom vertrou wanneer Hy nie jou vyande veroordeel nie? Sal jy leer om 'n ander soort oorwinning lief te hê? Van palmtak tot as — van triomf tot waarheid — van skare tot dissipel Mag hierdie As-Woensdag en Lydenstyd ons help om nie net mense te wees wat “Hosanna!” roep wanneer dit maklik is nie, maar mense wat gevorm word deur die kruis. Na-leef teks: “22Die Jode vra wondertekens en die Grieke soek wysheid, 23maar ons verkondig Christus wat gekruisig is. Vir die Jode is dit ‘n aanstoot en vir die ander is dit onsin,  24maar vir dié wat deur God geroep is, Jode sowel as Grieke, is Christus die krag van God en die wysheid van God. 25Wat vir die wêreld die onsin van God is, is groter wysheid as die wysheid van mense, en wat vir die wêreld die swakheid van God is, is groter krag as die krag van mense.” 1 Korintiërs 1:22-25 Na-leef vrae Kan jy dit in jouself raaksien hoe jy soms Jesus en Sy weg, soos die skare, wil verander om by jou agenda en idees in te pas? Watter deel van Jesus se “Neem jou kruis op en volg my.” Is vir jou moeilik? Hoe sal jy dit eerlik in 'n kaalvoet-gebed verwoord?

In Gospel of Mark chapter 11, we encounter a King who refuses to fit our expectations. As Jesus rides into Jerusalem to shouts of “Hosanna,” the crowd waves palms and projects their hopes of political victory onto Him. But this is no campaign rally—this is a confrontation. From the fig tree with leaves but no fruit, to the temple full of activity but empty of prayer, Jesus exposes a surface-level faith that looks alive from a distance yet withers up close. The message is clear: religion without repentance is nothing but leaves. Trusting Jesus isn't meant to fit neatly into our routines, playlists, or Sunday schedules—it's meant to overturn tables in our hearts and transform us from the inside out. In this powerful teaching, we're reminded that what isn't rooted in Christ will ultimately wither away. Jesus invites us beyond performative faith into a life marked by real fruit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Prayer isn't about bending God to our will; it's about aligning our hearts with His. Mountains move not because we name and claim, but because we trust and surrender. The question before us is simple but searching: are we asking Jesus to fit our lives, or are we surrendering to let Him change them? May our faith be more than leaves. May it bear fruit that lasts.

By Kevin Costello - Hosanna is often understood as a joyful shout of praise, but its original meaning is a desperate plea - “Save us now.” This sermonette explores the word Hosanna in its biblical context and shows how a cry for deliverance became an expression of hope-filled faith in God's saving power.

Islington Baptist is a church for the Islington and wider Newcastle community sharing the life-changing message of Jesus. Our sermon / Bible teaching is a central part of our gatherings.Matt21:1-271 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. 3 If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.”4 This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:5 “Say to Daughter Zion,    ‘See, your king comes to you,gentle and riding on a donkey,    and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.'”6 The disciples went and did as Jesus had instructed them. 7 They brought the donkey and the colt and placed their cloaks on them for Jesus to sit on. 8 A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. 9 The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted,“Hosanna to the Son of David!”“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!”“Hosanna in the highest heaven!”10 When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?”11 The crowds answered, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.”12 Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves. 13 “It is written,” he said to them, “‘My house will be called a house of prayer,' but you are making it ‘a den of robbers.'”14 The blind and the lame came to him at the temple, and he healed them. 15 But when the chief priests and the teachers of the law saw the wonderful things he did and the children shouting in the temple courts, “Hosanna to the Son of David,” they were indignant.16 “Do you hear what these children are saying?” they asked him.“Yes,” replied Jesus, “have you never read,“‘From the lips of children and infants    you, Lord, have called forth your praise'?”17 And he left them and went out of the city to Bethany, where he spent the night.18 Early in the morning, as Jesus was on his way back to the city, he was hungry. 19 Seeing a fig tree by the road, he went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. Then he said to it, “May you never bear fruit again!” Immediately the tree withered.20 When the disciples saw this, they were amazed. “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?” they asked.21 Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,' and it will be done. 22 If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”23 Jesus entered the temple courts, and, while he was teaching, the chief priests and the elders of the people came to him. “By what authority are you doing these things?” they asked. “And who gave you this authority?”24 Jesus replied, “I will also ask you one question. If you answer me, I will tell you by what authority I am doing these things. 25 John's baptism—where did it come from? Was it from heaven, or of human origin?”They discussed it among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,' he will ask, ‘Then why didn't you believe him?' 26 But if we say, ‘Of human origin'—we are afraid of the people, for they all hold that John was a prophet.”27 So they answered Jesus, “We don't know.”Then he said, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things.

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 5:13–20 and Jesus' words, “You are the salt of the earth.” This sermon explores salt not as a compliment, but as a calling—meant to preserve life and bring flavor to the world. It asks what it would look like for the church to truly live into that purpose today.Scripture references: Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 112:1-10, and Matthew 5:13-20“THIS IS AMAZING GRACE” -- CCLI Song # 6333821 |  Jeremy Riddle | Josh Farro | Phil Wickham  |  © 2012 Phil Wickham Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.]) |  Seems Like Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.])  |  Sing My Songs (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.])  |  WC Music Corp. (Admin. by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp.)  |  Bethel Music Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“SALT AND LIGHT” -- CCLI Song # 3470093  |  Jan L'Ecuyer | John L'Ecuyer  |  © 2002 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. byCapitol CMG Publishing (Integrity Music, David C Cook))  |  Foruse solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved.  |  www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

They were so close — and yet so far. The crowd had the scriptures, the prophecies, and a King standing right in front of them. But they wanted Him for all the wrong reasons.In this week's episode of The Follow Up, Bill sits down with Jack and Garet to dig deeper into John 12:12–36 and the triumphal entry — commonly known as Palm Sunday. The crowd lines the road, waving palm branches and crying "Hosanna," but their hope is fixed on a political deliverer, not a suffering servant. This conversation unpacks why the desperation of that moment is both heartbreaking and deeply relevant to how we relate to Jesus today.The discussion explores why Jesus rode in on a donkey instead of a war horse, what the upside-down kingdom actually looks like, and why the way up in God's economy is always down. Jack shares a powerful image of the inverted pyramid — the one with the broadest shoulders holding everything up — and the team wrestles with how easy it is to reshape Jesus into who we want Him to be rather than who Scripture reveals Him to be.The conversation also turns personal. Garet shares how God led him to Green Bay in ways he could only see in hindsight, and Jack reflects on years of ministry preparation that seemed wasted until the exact moment God needed them. Both stories echo the disciples' experience in verse 16 — they didn't understand until they looked back.The episode closes with a sobering but hopeful reminder: life is short, and every day is both our greatest and possibly last opportunity to live for Christ. Jack shares stories of sudden loss and restoration, pointing us back to the urgency of walking in the light while we still can.Main Passage: John 12:12–36Series: The Follow Up – Gospel of JohnWeek: 18Chapters00:00 – Introduction and what hit the hardest02:50 – The desperation of the crowd and misguided expectations04:00 – Why Jesus came as a suffering servant, not a conquering king05:40 – The donkey, the palm branches, and nationalistic hope06:35 – The upside-down kingdom and the inverted pyramid07:15 – Knowing the true Jesus vs. making Him our mascot08:00 – The Ricky Bobby illustration and reshaping Jesus10:00 – Revelation and the full picture of who Jesus is11:30 – Growth means discomfort — loving enemies and laying down your life13:00 – Hindsight faith — the disciples didn't understand until later14:00 – Garet's story of God leading him to Green Bay14:40 – Jack's story of multi-site research that paid off years later15:50 – Staying anchored when the world feels like it's crumbling17:15 – Covid, the return to church, and God's sovereignty18:50 – Life is short — repentance and the urgency of today20:05 – The Three Doors Down story and living ready21:05 – Final encouragement and next stepsIf this episode encouraged you, like the video, leave a comment, and share it with someone who needs hope today. Your engagement helps more people encounter the life Jesus offers.

We fail to recognize that the way we steward God's resources and serve those around us reveals whether we truly know and trust Him as a master. As a result, we respond with passivity and fear rather than faith and obedience. How we respond to the master reveals how much we know and trust him. Instead of being driven by passivity and fear, we must remember that our actions have eternal consequences and, ultimately, determine what kind of reward we receive.

Who is Jesus really? Not just a moral teacher or historical figure, but the living Lord who looks into your soul and says, "I see you. I know you. I am here with you."When Jesus entered His public ministry, even those closest to Him—John the Baptist, His own family—were seized with awe. The blind saw, the lame walked, the dead were raised. He wasn't just another rabbi. He stood in the place of God, renewing Israel by calling twelve apostles while remaining above them all. Children shouted "Hosanna!"—a cry reserved only for God—as He entered Jerusalem.

No reconocemos que la manera en que administramos los recursos de Dios y servimos a quienes nos rodean revela si realmente conocemos y confiamos en Él como Señor. Como resultado, respondemos con pasividad y temor en lugar de fe y obediencia. Cómo respondemos al Señor revela cuánto lo conocemos y confiamos en Él. En vez de ser guiados por la pasividad y el temor, debemos recordar que nuestras acciones tienen consecuencias eternas y que, en última instancia, determinan qué tipo de recompensa recibiremos.

Jesus is now in Jerusalem, having been welcomed with honor and cries of Hosanna, befitting for the entry of a king. This welcome has not gone unnoticed by the chief priests scribes, and elders who live and work in Jerusalem and in the Scriptures. They are jealous of the attention Jesus gets and doubt that he is the Messiah. In their interactions, Jesus doesn't cut them any slack, but instead, puts their hypocrisy on display and embarrasses those who consider themselves wise. They respond, not with humility and repentance, but with anger. Later, the Sadducees try to troll Jesus concerning the resurrection, but he gives them an authoritative answer that puts them in their place.  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

Fr. Matthias Shehad continues his study on the Harmony of the Gospels by exploring key events of Holy Week, starting with Hosanna Sunday. He examines the people's conflicted expectations of the Messiah, the presence of Pharisees, and the significance of “Hosanna” as a plea for salvation. Fr. Matthias highlights how despite Jesus performing many miracles, belief in Him was limited because of hardened hearts and fear of persecution. He then discusses the cleansing of the temple, explaining the issue with money changers exploiting worshippers and Jesus' righteous anger in restoring the temple's sanctity. Fr. Matthias unpacks the cursing of the fig tree as a symbol of Israel's spiritual barrenness, and Jesus' teaching on faith and forgiveness, emphasizing that forgiving others is key to receiving God's forgiveness. The talk also addresses practical questions about forgiveness, divorce, and healing from deep personal wounds, underscoring forgiveness as a process vital to Christian discipleship and spiritual health. Subscribe to us on YouTube https://youtube.com/stpaulhouston Like us on Facebook https://facebook.com/saintpaulhouston Follow us on SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/stpaulhouston Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/stpaulhouston Visit our website for schedules and to join the mailing list https://stpaulhouston.org

John 12:12-13 On the next day the large crowd who had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took the branches of the palm trees and went out to meet Him, and began to shout, "Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel." This was a worthy praise and adoration of Jesus. He was and is the King of Israel who came in the name of the Lord. Apparently the crowd got word that Jesus was on His way to Jerusalem, and they met Him before He entered the city with these praises. We can join them in giving Jesus glory today. “Hosanna! Blessed are You, Jesus, who has come into my heart for the glory of Your name, even my King, Savior, and Lord. Thank you for another day of life to know and love You and to live to love with You. Anoint and fill us with the Holy Spirit, Your presence and power, so we can love and trust You and love all those You put in our paths today for Your glory. Amen.

Jesus enters Jerusalem - the prophet, priest, and king.  Not only does Jesus present a political threat to the Roman government, he presents a threat to the religious leaders in Jerusalem.  He comes as King; He comes as Prophet; He comes as Priest.  

We often think that as long as we are near the things of God or the people of God, then we are ready for the return of Christ, but it is only when the oil of God, the Holy Spirit, is in us that we are truly ready. Christ died in order to cleanse us from sin and make us holy enough to be vessels for His Spirit. Then, after his resurrection, he gained the power to breathe his Spirit on all who have faith in him. When we are sealed and filled with the Holy Spirit, we are truly ready for Christ to come back.

A menudo pensamos que, con solo estar cerca de las cosas de Dios o del pueblo de Dios, estamos listos para el regreso de Cristo. Pero es únicamente cuando el aceite de Dios, el Espíritu Santo, está en nosotros que realmente estamos preparados. Cristo murió para limpiarnos del pecado y hacernos lo suficientemente santos como para ser vasos de Su Espíritu. Luego, después de Su resurrección, obtuvo el poder de soplar Su Espíritu sobre todos los que tienen fe en Él. Cuando somos sellados y llenos del Espíritu Santo, estamos verdaderamente listos para que Cristo regrese.

What is the meaning of hosanna in the highest? Why did the people shout 'hosanna in the highest' as Jesus entered Jerusalem?

We tend to let the cares of this world lull us into spiritual slumber. We get so entranced with our temporal kingdoms that we become in danger of missing the eternal Kingdom. Jesus doesn't leave us uniformed about what will come before his return. He let us know we will suffer, many will be deceived, but for those who endure, when Jesus comes again it will all be worth it. Remembering the gospel empowers me to endure just as he endured for the other side of endurance is blessing beyond belief. It's him!

Tendemos a permitir que las preocupaciones de este mundo nos adormezcan espiritualmente. Nos dejamos cautivar tanto por nuestros reinos temporales que corremos el peligro de perder de vista el Reino eterno. Jesús no nos deja desinformados acerca de lo que sucederá antes de Su regreso. Él nos advirtió que sufriremos, que muchos serán engañados, pero que para aquellos que perseveran, cuando Jesús venga de nuevo, todo habrá valido la pena. Recordar el Evangelio me da la fuerza para perseverar, así como Él perseveró, porque al otro lado de la perseverancia hay una bendición más allá de lo imaginable. ¡Es Él!

What if the way you've been taught to connect with God isn't the only way—or even the best way for you? In this liberating conversation with Filipe Santos of Echo Church as our host, international speaker and bestselling author Hosanna Wong reveals why your relationship with God doesn't have to look like anyone else's—and why that's actually by design.Hosanna shares insights from her newest book Uncomplicate It: Permission to Enjoy God in Your Unique Way, including findings from 1,000 conversations with people across the world about what stands in the way of connecting with God. Discover the 6 most common roadblocks (busyness, distraction, grief, shame, silence, and expectations), the 7 "praise-onalities" that reveal how you're uniquely wired to connect with God.Key Insights:01:45 - Why Faith Feels Too Complicated03:50 - The 1,000-Person Journey Across the World07:18 - What Pastors Unintentionally Do That Creates Roadblocks10:04 - One Size Fits All Faith Raises Fakers13:47 - The Six Roadblocks to Connecting with God18:23 - Jesus Is the Ultimate Shortcut to God20:01 - The Seven Praise-onalities: How You're Wired to Worship38:26 - Structure Serves the Unholy (Not the Holy)43:39 - For the Curious: How Can This Be Real for Me?49:55 - The Pressure to Be Perfect (and What Jesus Actually Meant)Guest: Hosanna WongWebsite: https://www.hosannawong.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hosanna.wongYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hosannawongHost: Filipe Santos of Echo ChurchWebsite: https://echo.church/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EchoChurchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filipesantosFollow Innovative Church Leaders:Website: https://innovativechurchleaders.org/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InnovativeChurchLeadersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnovativeChurchLeaders/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/innovativechurchleadersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovativechurchleadersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovative-church-leaders/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@innovativechurchleadersPastoral Cohort with N.T. Wright: https://innovativechurchleaders.org/cohort/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-post-christian-podcast/id1509588357Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZeQIrzr2tCMyq1VdwxGNnSign up for practical tools + spiritual encouragement at innovativechurchleaders.org#ChurchLeadership #PastorLife #SpiritLed #FaithfulPresence #DiscipleMaking #ReachNewPeople #SpiritualFormation #GenerationalMinistry

We read today of the triumphant arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem and the adulation that the ordinary people gave him, “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” [Matt. 21 v.9] “The whole city was stirred up …” [v.10] We pondered the comparison of this with his return to earth. What is, we wondered, the answer to the question Jesus posed at the end of another parable, “…when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?” [Luke 18 v.8]The focus of our thinking, after reading today's chapter, was in understanding the attitude of mind he will be looking to see.  From v.33-45 we read his parable of the tenants in the vineyard – the lesson he was teaching is clear.The Jewish nation up to that time had had the responsibility of looking after God's vineyard – but they had failed their responsibilities.  After listening to this parable “they perceived he was speaking about them” [v.45] and so, in their generation the parable of their failure as tenants of God's vineyard was fulfilled – “He will put those wretches to a miserable death” [v41], Forty years later Jerusalem, its Temple and the nation were no more.But Jesus added: “and let out the vineyard to other tenants who will give him the fruits …”  And so, after Jesus left the earth his disciples set about fulfilling this, their role – and in their generation succeeded, greatly helped when Christ called Paul to be an apostle.  But most in the generations that followed fell into the same trap of ‘self-importance' as the Priests had done. However, history shows there was renewed zeal and Christ-mindedness among those striving to be worthy “tenants” when God's word was printed for all to read .But nowadays?  Are today's tenants in God's vineyard any better than those against whom Jesus told this parable? The kingdom is only for those “people producing its fruits” [v.43] the rest “will be broken to pieces” [v.44] when he comes!  It will be too late then to realise they have not kept “the narrow way.”   We prove we are on the right path, serving the LORD in his vineyard when we produce the right kind of fruit and profess the same message of hope Jesus taught – also show we have taken his character into our hearts and made it ours. Read James 3 v.12-18. 

Jesus' entry into Jerusalem is often called triumphal; there are palm branches and psalms, shouts of “Hosanna”. Yet He rides in humbly, walks straight to the temple, quietly looks around, and then leaves. Mark reveals a King whose glory is revealed in humility, whose power is exercised through obedience, and whose path to victory runs straight through the cross.

Our pride and selfishness kill our souls and both keep us out of the Kingdom and prevent others from finding it as well. Christ was humble and selfless, and yet He was crucified as a prideful, selfish criminal to pay the debt we owed. Once we accept this, we recognize our humble position before a lofty God and can seek His saving power and lead others to find it as well.

Nuestro orgullo y egoísmo matan nuestras almas y tanto nos mantienen fuera del Reino como impiden que otros también lo encuentren. Cristo fue humilde y desinteresado, y aun así fue crucificado como un criminal orgulloso y egoísta para pagar la deuda que nosotros debíamos. Cuando aceptamos esto, reconocemos nuestra posición humilde ante un Dios exaltado y podemos buscar Su poder salvador y guiar a otros para que también lo encuentren.

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Jesus calls us to love God with all we are and to love others as ourselves. This is the heartbeat of the Gospel and the foundation of discipleship. When we inhale the Gospel, we are transformed by God's love. When we exhale the Gospel, that love flows outward through obedience, generosity, and mission. When we put our yes on the table, we step into the work God is already doing among us.

After a month away from our study in Mark, we're returning to the middle of chapter 12, where Jesus faces a series of challenges from religious leaders in Jerusalem during his final week. After Jesus entered Jerusalem to shouts of Hosanna and cleansed the temple, a delegation from the Sanhedrin questioned his authority. Pharisees and Herodians attempt to trap him with a question about taxes to Caesar, and Sadducees pose a hypothetical about marriage, hoping to prove there is no resurrection. This Sunday, we'll examine the final question from a scribe—a legal expert on God's law—regarding the greatest commandment (Mark 12:28-37). This leads to a discussion that highlights how someone can be remarkably close to God's kingdom without actually entering it. The main point is that true entry into the kingdom requires more than intellectual agreement with God's truths or admiration for Jesus; it demands recognizing, trusting, and submitting to Jesus as Lord, the divine Son of God, who alone has kept God's commandments in our place and, in the new birth, enables us to love God and others. I. The Foundational Truth of God's Law (v. 28-31) II. The Full Agreement Of A Lost Sinner (v. 32-34) III. The Faith That Enters The Kingdom (v. 35-37)

Meet siblings Tim, Steve and Janice. They were pioneers in Christian music in the 1970s. They were the first to record Andrae Crouch's song, "Jesus is the Answer." They won a Grammy Award in 1981 and performed around the world. Now, 50 years after its original release, they've recorded a new version of their breakout song, "It Wouldn't Be Enough." Don't miss a conversation with The Archers on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Legacy Live by The Archers December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if real strength isn't found in winning arguments—but in knowing when to lay down your rights?In this New Year's Eve episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock close out 2025 by unpacking one of Jesus' most misunderstood teachings: meekness. Drawing from Cory's final eBook, How to Sheath Your Sword in a Violent Loving Culture, they explore why meekness is not weakness, but strength under control—and why it may be the posture Christians need most in a polarized world.You'll hear:⚔️ Why “Blessed are the meek” was a radical, counter-cultural statement

Many parents see the dangers of smartphones for their kids and teens. They've decided to pull the plug. Author and director of the Technology and Human Flourishing Project Clare Morell provides a practical guide to a tech exit. Could ditching digital technology help your children instead of hurt them? If you're considering taking this path, don't miss this "Best of Chris Fabry Live." Featured resource:The Tech Exit by Clare Morell December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 2:13–23 and the part of the Christmas story we often skip. While we're still singing carols, Matthew shows us a world that is anything but calm and bright — and invites us to consider what it means that God chose to enter this kind of world.“JOY TO THE WORLD / OUR GOD SAVES --     CCLI Song # 7101432  |  © 2017 Thankyou Music Ltd | Integrity Worship Music | Integrity's Hosanna! Music | Leadworship Songs | Michael Rossback Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867 

All this week on Chris Fabry Live, we'll re-air some of the best conversations of the year. To start the week, you'll hear about Linda’s spiritual journey. She tried to find contentment in many things but came up empty until she discovered the abundant life Jesus offers. And that radical change led her to a ministry that encourages people behind prison walls. Don't miss Linda's story on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Article: Churches: How to Offer a Chaplain Who Solely Supports Jail Staff December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When things don't go our way, we tend to argue with God rather than obey Him. He questions Jesus with a heart posture that wants to protect our control rather than submit to Him as the answer. Jesus calls us to give to God what is God's. We do this through faith in the Gospel. When we stop arguing with the Resurrection and the Life, and start trusting Him, surrendering our control to give Him control, He gives us new life. He is the God of the living and not the dead.

We're going back to the archives for a conversation about lessons from a classic film. Bob Welch joined us a few years ago to take us on a trip back to Bedford Falls to look at the lives of George and Mary Bailey. The film is a powerful reminder that our lives touch those around us in ways we can’t imagine. It's the perfect Friday conversation for the day after Christmas. Don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:52 Little Lessons from It's a Wonderful Life e-book by Bob Welch December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We'll present a celebration of the gift God gave us in the newborn King! You'll hear a story about a little boy who changed the lives of a lot of people. There was a Christmas pageant at church that year. And what happened as the drama unfolded onstage paled in comparison with the drama in the little boy's heart. Don't miss Tyrone's Christmas, a Christmas Day edition of the "Best of Chris Fabry Live." December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't miss a special musical broadcast on the Christmas Eve edition of Chris Fabry Live. Several guests from Christmases past will visit to spread good tidings of great joy! You'll hear the group Selah. Steven Curtis Chapman shares his heart. Lindsay McCaul has a medley of songs, and Andrew Greer and Cindy Morgan will join us. Don't miss the music and conversation when you join us for Christmas Eve on Chris Fabry Live. December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How about a Christmas issue that will inform your life? We go to the archives for an email a listener sent about the company Christmas party. She had been invited but was struggling with whether to attend or not. She's a believer who feels torn about that decision. What would you say to her? And what are you dealing with right now that's similar to her conundrum? Hear this "Best of Chris Fabry Live." December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday on a "Best of Chris Fabry Live," we'll talk about Mary, the mother of Jesus. She's often portrayed as passive, but in Luke's gospel you see her exercising her choice, asking questions, speaking up while still pondering things in her heart. Amy Orr-Ewing will take us into Mary's world as we look at this woman who raised the Son of God. Don't miss the stirring conversation on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources:Mary's Voice by Amy Orr-Ewing Advent Resources December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pull out your song-book and let's talk about the hymns and carols of Christmas. What phrase in a Christmas hymn or carol arrests you this year? As part of our yuletide celebration, we'll welcome back a man of hymns and sacred music, Dr. Sound of Majesty himself, Greg Wheatley. Don't miss the conversation about the deep meaning behind the songs we sing at Christmas on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources:SoundofMajesty.orgMusicofChristmas.org December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JOHN 12:1-13 - WALKING WITH JESUS - BRIAN SUMNER - 2025JOHN 12:1 "Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus was who had been dead, whom He had raised from the dead. 2 There they made Him a supper; and Martha served, but Lazarus was one of those who sat at the table with Him. 3 Then Mary took a pound of very costly oil of spikenard, anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.4 But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, who would betray Him, said, 5 “Why was this fragrant oil not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” 6 This he said, not that he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and had the money box; and he used to take what was put in it.7 But Jesus said, “Let her alone; she has kept this for the day of My burial. 8 For the poor you have with you always, but Me you do not have always.”The Plot to Kill Lazarus9 Now a great many of the Jews knew that He was there; and they came, not for Jesus' sake only, but that they might also see Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead. 10 But the chief priests plotted to put Lazarus to death also, 11 because on account of him many of the Jews went away and believed in Jesus.The Triumphal Entry12 The next day a great multitude that had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, 13 took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out:“Hosanna!‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!'The King of Israel!”To support this channel and partner with Brian in Ministryhttps://www.briansumner.net/support/For more on Brianhttp://www.briansumner.nethttps://www.instagram.com/BRIANSUMNER/https://www.facebook.com/BRIANSUMNEROFFICIALTo listen to Brians Podcast, click below.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Purchase Brians Marriage book at https://www.amazon.com/Never-Fails-Da...Brian is a full time "Urban Missionary" both locally and internationally with a focus on MISSIONS - MARRIAGES - MINISTRY. Since coming to faith in 2004 doors continued opening locally and internationally to do more and more ministry with a focus on Evangelism, Outreach Missions, Marriage, Counsel, Schools, Festivals, Conferences and the like.  Everything about this ministry is made possible because of people personally partnering through the non profit. God Bless and thank you. †Support the showSUPPORT THE SHOW

What did Mary know and what didn't she know? Did the angels sing to the shepherds? Was Jesus born in a stable, a cave, or some other dwelling? The two Michaels—Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Dr. Michael Vanlaningham—return to answer questions about the first Christmas. What does the biblical record tell us and not tell us? What are the misconceptions we have about the birth of Christ? Don't miss the biblical fun we'll have with the two Michaels on Chris Fabry Live. December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the best thing about being single at Christmas? That question may sound odd, but we'd love to hear your answer. The default thinking is that singles are lonely and depressed through Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. But is that true? From the Boundless Show, author and speaker Lisa Anderson will share her own experience and encouragement for singles. Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chapter 14 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Beginning of the End - The Triumphal Entry and driving out of the temple. An entry fit for a king. Crowds cheering and calling for him to take the throne, yet there is a darkness lurking behind the scenes. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 21:9, And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/  Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a "Grand" Christmas on Chris Fabry Live. What are the perks of being a grandparent at Christmas time? Jay Payleitner is the author of a new devotional that will inspire and encourage your grandparenting journey. He says this season could be your greatest calling yet. But there are some Christmas warnings as well as opportunities for you to consider. Don't miss the stories and Grand Christmas fun on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:A Grand Way to Live: Faith, Wisdom, and Joy for Every Grandparent by Jay Payleitner December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Chris Fabry Live, that singer, songwriter, author and traveling troubadour of the soul, Michael Card is back. You know him from songs like "El Shaddai," "Love Crucified Arose," and many others about the life and ministry of Jesus. And we’re going to talk specifically about the miracle of the incarnation and what it means to us today. Don’t miss a conversation with Michael Card on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resources:The Promise CD by Michael Card (Songs aired: "We Will Find Him;" "Joseph's Song;" "What Her Heart Remembered;" "Vicit Agnus Noster")Keith and Kristyn Getty "Home for Christmas" Free Concert Livestream: December 19, 2025 December thank you gift:Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David & Barbara Leeman Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.