Ho Ho Hosanna: Palm Sunday Lesson (download only)

“Ho Ho Ho Hosanna” is a 1-week stand-alone lesson focusing on the worship of Jesus during His final days on earth – both in being anointed by Mary, and the crowds rejoicing at His entry into Jerusalem. In this lesson, students will see Jesus as the Triumphant and Forever King and will be given the opportunity to worship Him. They will also learn that worship is focusing 100% on God and giving all glory to Him alone. It’s all about Him and not about us.

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Ho Ho Ho Hosanna Text – John 12

The Triumphant Entry - Palm Sunday Lesson

Main Point – Jesus is the King of Kings

The key verse for this lesson is John 12:15- “Fear not, daughter of Zion; behold, your king is coming, sitting on a donkey's colt!”

All Scripture references are taken from the ESV version of the Bible. 

Palm Sunday Lesson Outline

• Introductory Activity
• Large Group Worship Time
• Welcome activity
• Study God’s Word – teaching materials for the Biblical text
• 3 songs
• Prayer
• Small Group Lessons (2 options – ages 5-8 and ages 8-12)
• Review
• Application
• Memory Verse
• Prayer
• All necessary printables and resources
• Take home – family devotional guide

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Palm Sunday is a Christian festival that commemorates Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, one week before his crucifixion. As Jesus rode on a donkey into the city, the crowds spread their cloaks on the ground and waved palm branches to greet him.

This event is significant because it marks the beginning of Jesus' final journey to Jerusalem, where he would be crucified just days later. Palm Sunday is celebrated by Christians around the world as a reminder of Jesus' ultimate victory over death.

Children need to learn about the Palm Sunday story for kids. Use our lesson plan to share about the Triumphant entry in your children's ministry, kids church, or Sunday School class.