#Matthew 21:1-11; Zechariah 9:9; Psalm 118; Matthew 16:21#
Kent's main point is that Palm Sunday is profoundly significant, marking Jesus' public declaration of his identity as Lord, King, and Messiah. Kent emphasizes that Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, the waving of branches, and the shouts of "Hosanna" were not random acts, but deliberate fulfillments of ancient prophecies from Genesis and Zechariah, confirming Jesus' divine role. Kent highlights the importance of the word "Hosanna," meaning "save us now," and its universal pronunciation, signifying humanity's unified cry for salvation. He contrasted Jesus' usual requests for secrecy about his miracles with his explicit instruction to proclaim "The Lord needs them" regarding the donkey, signaling a clear announcement of his identity. Kent encouraged reflection on the joy experienced through Jesus and invites those who don't know Jesus to surrender their lives to him.