I. Preparation for the King
A. The Command to Go (Luke 19:30)
1. Jesus' specific instructions
2. The significance of obedience
B. The Colt's Availability (Luke 19:31)
1. The unbroken colt as a symbol of purity
2. God's provision in unexpected places
II. Proclamation of Praise
A. The Disciples' Declaration (Luke 19:37)
1. Joyful worship and recognition of Jesus
2. The fulfillment of prophecy (Zechariah 9:9)
B. The Crowd's Response (Luke 19:38)
1. Shouting "Blessed is the King"
2. The impact of collective worship
III. Perception of the City
A. Jesus' Compassion (Luke 19:41)
1. Weeping over Jerusalem's lostness
2. The heart of God for the broken
B. The Consequences of Rejection (Luke 19:43-44)
1. Prophetic warning of destruction
2. The importance of recognizing the time of visitation