Who is the most famous person you’ve ever met or interacted with? How did you react?

Most of the people in this moment missed exactly what Jesus was doing. The religious leaders think He is a liar, and many of Jesus’ followers expect Him to enter into Jerusalem with some fanfare in order to start a revolution. Yet Jesus is not the type of king that anyone expects.

Have someone volunteer to read John 12:12-19 and Zechariah 9:9

What does Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem tell you about the type of king He is?

Have you ever had the wrong “idea” of who Jesus was and what He wanted for/from us?

Have someone volunteer to read John 12:23-26 & Luke 14:27-28

What is something you love or have loved that may you had to leave or give up to follow Jesus?

Jesus invitation for others to follow Him occurs as He is on His journey towards the cross. What does this communicate to those who choose to follow Him?

Have someone volunteer to read John 12:27-28

Jesus’ heart is troubled at what lies ahead of Him, yet He chooses to do the will of His Father.

What is something that you dreaded or was difficult that led to more joy in life in the end?

Jesus often reminded people that following came with great personal cost, but was ultimately worth it in the end. Yet, we often prioritize the comfort and ease of today over the fulfillment that Jesus promises later.

Can you pin point an area of your life where you are “too comfortable?”

What can you do to take a step out of your “comfort zone?”