All of a sudden, in John 11:55-12:26, Jesus not only permitted but encouraged people publicly to recognize him as king. What had changed? What we have awaited during the whole gospel of John finally happened: his hour to be glorified had come! However, his glorification would be exactly the opposite of what everyone expected. (sermon notes)
When we hear the gospel and believe it, Christians are sealed with the Holy Spirit.
Even though his people grumbled and quarreled, the Lord satisfied their needs at his own expense.
John’s birth and Zechariah’s prophecy pointed to the greatest manifestation of God’s mercy ever.
