April 10, 2022 | Dr. Gary Hylander
Passage: Zechariah 9:9-17
Zechariah 9:9-17 serves as the prophetic backdrop to the events associated
with Palm Sunday, as described in all four gospel accounts. The passage we
are exploring today is bookended by the two phrases The oracle of the word of
the LORD (9:1, 12:1). The word oracle carries with it the idea of a burden or
heavy weight. Thus, God wants us to sense the weightiness of what is being
promised through Zechariah, offering us a fifth century B.C. prophecy.
Consider how this prophecy relates to when Jesus Christ made his way to
Jerusalem in preparation for his death and subsequent resurrection. Note the
near and distant aspects of this promise. Look for the first and second
comings of the Messiah in these verses. The teachings of this text relate to
Christ’s entrance into Jerusalem and beyond, connecting the past, the
present, and the future in a manner which has direct bearing upon global
events. Allow these verses to prepare your heart for Maundy Thursday, Good
Friday, and Easter Sunday.
As We Explore The Dominant Themes Associated With Palm Sunday, Note...
• The Promise Of The King. (9-10)
• The Blood Of The Covenant. (11-17)