Join us for this powerful Palm Sunday message titled "Hallelujah, What A Savior" preached by Rev. Ron McDougald at Mount Pleasant Methodist Church in Vancleave, Mississippi.
In this inspiring sermon based on Matthew 21:1-11, Rev. McDougald explores Jesus' humble entry into Jerusalem on a young donkey (the colt of a donkey), fulfilling the prophecy from Zechariah. He paints a vivid picture of the crowds shouting "Hosanna to the Son of David!" while spreading cloaks and palm branches on the road.
With heartfelt storytelling—from childhood memories of his Uncle Lewis's mule to reflections on parades that quickly fade—Rev. McDougald asks a thought-provoking question: How did the donkey feel? And more importantly, what about us?
Key themes in this message:
- The humility of Jesus, the King of Kings, riding a small, lowly colt (not a war horse).
- God's ability to use the humble, the "used donkeys," and ordinary people for His glory.
- The true purpose of the Palm Sunday parade: to declare Jesus as eternal King and Savior.
- A call to availability and obedience: Will you let God use you like that little donkey during Holy Week and beyond?
- Moving from temporary shouts of "Hosanna" to lifelong commitment to Christ.
This sermon beautifully sets the stage for Holy Week, reminding us that the same humble King who rode into Jerusalem would soon go to the cross for our sins—and rise again in victory.
Scripture Reading: Matthew 21:1-11 (The Triumphal Entry)
Prayer of Response:
Lord, use me like that humble little donkey—to bring glory to the King of Kings. Help me wave my "palm branch" and declare that Jesus is Lord, not just on Palm Sunday, but every day of my life.
