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3 ሚያዝያ 2019 · 2027-04-11

Hosanna Sunday presents Jesus as the true King of Israel. He does not enter Jerusalem surrounded by military power or worldly glory. He comes with humility, peace, and obedience to the Father. The people carry palm branches and proclaim Him King. Their praise is correct, but the coming days will reveal whether their praise is supported by faithful discipleship. It is possible to honour Christ with our lips while resisting His teaching through our actions. The Letter to the Hebrews reveals that Jesus is also the eternal High Priest. He entered the heavenly sanctuary not with the blood of animals but through His own blood. His sacrifice cleanses not only external impurity but the human conscience, freeing us to worship and serve the living God. Saint Peter teaches that those who belong to Christ must break with their former sinful way of life. Christians should no longer be controlled by uncontrolled desires, drunkenness, greed, idolatry, or the pressure to imitate the world. They must live according to God’s will, even when faithfulness brings misunderstanding or suffering. In Acts, Saint Paul continues proclaiming Christ despite accusations and opposition. Apollos also uses his knowledge of Scripture to show that Jesus is the promised Messiah. Christian witness requires courage, knowledge of God’s Word, humility, and willingness to receive fuller instruction. The palms we carry should therefore represent more than a temporary celebration. They should express our decision to follow Christ through obedience, sacrifice, suffering, and faithful service. The King who enters Jerusalem is also the Lamb who will offer Himself for the salvation of the world. To receive Him truthfully means allowing His blood to cleanse our consciences, abandoning sin, accepting His Cross, and remaining faithful after the joyful songs of Hosanna have ended.