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Jesus is King – A Parent-Driven Discussion

Jesus is King – A Parent-Driven Discussion Hey parents! Palm Sunday is just around the corner, and it’s one of those moments in the church calendar that gives us a natural, built-in opportunity to talk with our kids about who Jesus really is. This month’s discussion centers on the story of Jesus riding into Jerusalem,…

Bill Cliff

March 12, 2026

2–3 minutes

Discipleship, Family Discipleship, Spiritual Formation

Jesus is King – A Parent-Driven Discussion

Hey parents! Palm Sunday is just around the corner, and it’s one of those moments in the church calendar that gives us a natural, built-in opportunity to talk with our kids about who Jesus really is. This month’s discussion centers on the story of Jesus riding into Jerusalem, a moment full of excitement, expectation, and meaning that still speaks to us today. I hope this sparks a great conversation around your table.

Bible Focus

Matthew 21:8–9 (ESV)

“Most of the crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. And the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, ‘Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!’”

Devotional Thoughts

When Jesus rode into Jerusalem, people welcomed Him like a king. They laid palm branches and cloaks on the road and shouted praises. They believed Jesus was the promised Savior God had sent.

But Jesus wasn’t the kind of king people expected. Instead of coming with armies and power, He came with humility and peace. Just a few days later, He would go to the cross to save people from their sins.

And Jesus is still reigning as King today. When we trust Him, follow His words, and live for Him, we’re saying that He really is our King.

Discussion Questions

What do people usually do when they welcome a king or important leader?

Why do you think the crowd was so excited to see Jesus?

What kind of king were the people expecting Jesus to be?

How is Jesus different from other kings in history?

What does it look like for our family to follow Jesus as our King?

Try This

Take a short family walk and gather a few leaves or branches. When you get home, place them on the table and read the story again. Talk about how the people welcomed Jesus as King, and take a moment to thank Him together for being the King who came to save us.

Family Prayer

Jesus, thank You for being our King. Thank you for coming to save us and show us how to live. Help our family follow You and honor You in the way we live each day. Amen.

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