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The humble donkey — not exactly what comes to mind when you picture the triumphant entry of a king, is it? Yet on that first Palm Sunday, Jesus chose this unlikely animal as His royal transportation, setting in motion the most pivotal week in human history.

Pastor Steven takes us on a powerful journey through John 12, where we witness crowds laying palm branches before Jesus, shouting "Hosanna!" as He enters Jerusalem. But beneath this celebration lies a profound paradox: the King of Kings deliberately chose humility over grandeur, service over spectacle. Why would the Creator of the universe, who witnessed the fall of Satan and was present at creation itself, choose such humble beginnings?

The answer reveals the heart of God's kingdom principles. Just as Jesus selected a borrowed donkey rather than a majestic steed, He consistently uses the unlikely and overlooked to accomplish His purposes. Throughout the message, we discover a challenging truth — many of us are crying out for God to use us, but we're refusing to be the donkey. We want to be impressive and admired, not humble servants carrying Jesus to His purpose.

This message draws a powerful parallel between Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the woman who anointed His feet with expensive perfume. While others defined her by her past sins, Jesus saw her act of brokenness as preparation for His burial. Her positioning at His feet — washing away the residue of His journey with her tears — models the vulnerability and surrender that attracts God's presence.

"Brokenness attracts the broken," Pastor Steven reminds us. The same crowds shouting "Hosanna" would soon cry "Crucify Him," showing that the path to purpose is often paved with pain and misunderstanding. What feels like burial might actually be God planting you for greater growth.

Ready to let go of what's holding you back? If God can use a donkey, if He can use a sinful woman to illustrate brokenness, imagine what He can do with you. This Palm Sunday message will challenge you to embrace God's sometimes uncomfortable preparation process as the very pathway to your greatest purpose.

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