Lesson Overview

The Lesson Overview is basically an outline . . . Think of it as the "nuts and bolts" of each lesson.

Biblical Passage While other passages often find their way into a lesson, the biblical passage is the main focus.

Supporting Scripture The supporting scripture often provides context to, gives additional insight to, or reiterates the message of the biblical passage in additional places of Scripture.

Memory Verse The memory verse is a key verse that illustrates the biblical truth of the lesson. It usually originates from the biblical passage but may be from an additional passage.

Biblical Truth The biblical truth is the central foundation of the lesson. It comes directly from the biblical passage and drives the formation of learning goals.

Context The context section gives the context of the current lesson in regards to its surrounding lessons. It may also provide a glimpse of the historical or literary context of the biblical passage.

Learning Goals The learning goals help teachers understand what the lesson seeks to accomplish. The first learning goal is the driving purpose of the Explore section of the teaching plan and is concerned with biblical knowledge. The second learning goal pertains is the Transform section and is concerned with life application.

Prayer Suggestions The prayer suggestions provide specific ideas for the teacher to pray during the week for his or her students. These ideas are based on the goals and truths of the lesson.

Biblical Passage

Luke 19:28–40

Supporting Passages

Matthew 21:1–11, Mark 11:1–11, John 12:12–19

Memory Verse

Isaiah 29:13

Biblical Truth

Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem demonstrated His divinity to crowds who both worshipped Him and misunderstood what He had come to do.

Table Talk Question

How does seeing Jesus’ divinity displayed in this passage help you understand His role as Messiah?

Context

During the last week before His death on the cross, Jesus left for Jerusalem a few days before the Passover. As Jesus traveled through Bethany, the crowds erupted in praise for Him, even though many did not understand Him or His mission. As Jesus continued into Jerusalem, He was overcome with emotion for the coming destruction of the city.

Learning Goals
  • Learners will examine how Jesus’ divinity could be seen in His entrance into Jerusalem.
  • Learners will evaluate how they continue to respond to Jesus’ entrance into their lives.
Prayer Suggestions

As you prepare to teach this lesson, pray for those in your group.

  • Pray that learners will examine Jesus’ triumphal entry with fresh eyes and yearning hearts.
  • Pray that learners will be willing to identify themselves in the passage.
  • Pray that this lesson will engage learners in Christ’s journey to the cross.

Acknowledgments