Crowned with Purpose (Luke 9:51-62)

Join us at Prosper Christian Reformed Church as Pastor Mitchell Leach begins our Easter sermon series, Crowned, with a message from Luke 9:51–62 titled: Crowned with Purpose In this opening sermon of the series, we see Jesus set his face toward Jerusalem. He does not drift toward the cross as a victim of circumstance, but walks in obedience toward the saving work the Father gave him to accomplish. As the King marches toward Jerusalem, he calls his followers to respond with wholehearted allegiance. Main Idea: As the time of his saving work draws near, Jesus sets his face toward Jerusalem and calls people to follow him with undivided allegiance. Series Description: Crowned follows Jesus on the road to Jerusalem and through the events of Holy Week, showing that his kingship is unlike every worldly vision of power. He does not seize a throne by force, flatter the crowds, or preserve himself from suffering. He reigns by obedience. He is praised by the people, rejected by sinners, humbled unto death, and then vindicated by the Father in resurrection glory. This series helps the church see that Easter is not merely the happy ending to a tragic story. It is the public revelation that Jesus truly is King. From his resolute march toward Jerusalem to the empty tomb, every scene reveals a King who rules with purpose, receives praise, embraces humility, bears shame, and triumphs in glory. As we walk through these passages, we are confronted with a searching question: what kind of King do we want? A King who serves our expectations, or the King who saves through sacrifice? Crowned calls us to bow before Jesus as he truly is—the crucified and risen Lord—and to follow him on the path of obedient discipleship. Scripture Luke 9:51–62 Church Information Prosper Christian Reformed Church Falmouth, Michigan Pastor: Mitchell Leach We would love to welcome you to worship with us.