THIS MONTH’S BIBLICAL THEME IS: Jesus loves.
Throughout our stories this month, the love of Jesus shines bright. Jesus’ unconditional love reaches beyond all boundaries. Jesus knew the suffering ahead, yet His love compelled Him to move forward for our sake. Even in the pain of betrayal, Jesus remained faithful—His love never wavered. Through every act, Jesus showed us a love that is constant, sacrificial, and beyond measure.
THIS MONTH’S UNIT TITLE IS: The Great Love Race
Jesus races after us with relentless, unstoppable love. His love is not passive. It pursues, chases and overcomes every obstacle to reach our hearts. From the dusty roads of Galilee to the cross at Calvary, Jesus showed that love moves—it takes action, endures pain and never quits. Jesus ran the race all the way to the end for us.
Triumphal Entry (Matthew 21:1–11)
Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah that said the coming King, or Messiah, would humbly enter on a donkey. As Jesus rode into Jerusalem, the crowds spread cloaks and branches and shouted “Hosanna!” to honor Him. The people celebrated that Jesus was the King God promised!
God promised David that a future member of his family would be the forever King. He promised Zechariah that the King would enter riding on a donkey. This King was coming to save the people from their sin. That promised King is Jesus! He came to Jerusalem knowing that He was headed there to die on the cross to defeat sin and make a way for us to live with God forever. God is a promise keeper, and Jesus came to save us!
