John was the only gospel writer to include the story of Thomas refusing to believe the resurrection. Not only did he include it, but he has positioned it to function as the CLIMAX of his Gospel. John saw something powerful here. What do we learn from the story of doubting Thomas? John 20:24-31
Today’s text says that Jesus endured the cross “FOR the joy that was set before him.” This raises an important question. What is this “joy” that was set before Jesus? Hebrews 12:1-2
On this Palm Sunday, we are going to read past the familiar story that describes the King’s arrival and look at a less familiar story that describes the King’s heart. Luke 19:28-48