Palm Sunday

Read: Matthew 21:1–11; Mark 11:1–11; Luke 19:28–44; John 12:12–19

Jesus enters Jerusalem, to celebrate Passover, riding on a donkey and fulfilling the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9. Crowds laid palm branches before Him and shouted “Hosanna!” echoing Psalms 118:25-26. Though welcomed as King, Jesus came in humility and peace. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week and points toward the new covenant that would come through His sacrifice.

What is Passover? Passover is an annual festival that God commanded the people of Israel to celebrate to commemorate their deliverance from the bondage of Egypt (Exodus 12:2-4).

Holy Monday

Matthew 21:12–22; Mark 11:12–19; Luke 19:45–48

Jesus cleans out the Temple, driving out the money changers and declaring, “My house will be called a house of prayer” (Matthew 21). He also cursed the barren fig tree (Mark 11), symbolizing spiritual fruitlessness. Holy Monday reminds us that God desires genuine worship and lives that bear fruit.

Holy Tuesday

Read: Matthew 22–25; Mark 11:20–13:37; Luke 20–21

Peter notices the withered fig tree, prompting Jesus to teach about faith and forgiveness (Mark 11). Religious leaders tried to trap Him with questions about authority, taxes, and resurrection, but Jesus answered with wisdom and parables. Later, from the Mount of Olives, He prepares His disciples for coming trials. Holy Tuesday calls us to steadfast faith and spiritual readiness.

Holy Wednesday

Matthew 26:6–16; Mark 14:1–11; Luke 22:1–6

While in Bethany, a woman anoints Jesus’ feet in an act of devotion. At the same time, Judas agreed to betray Him for silver. Known as “Spy Wednesday,” this day contrasts worship and betrayal. Even as Jesus prepared for the cross, opposition was intensifying behind the scenes.

Maundy Thursday

Read: Matthew 26:17–75; Luke 22:7–62; John 13–17

Jesus shares the Last Supper with His disciples, washing their feet and instituting Communion (John 13). He gave a new commandment: love one another as He has loved us. In Gethsemane, He prayed in surrender to the Father’s will. Maundy Thursday reveals sacrificial love, humility, and obedience.

Good Friday

Read: Matthew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 18–19

Jesus is betrayed, arrested, falsely accused, beaten, and crucified. Though innocent, He willingly endures suffering for humanity’s salvation. Darkness covers the land, and the temple curtain is torn in two. As Romans 8:28 reminds us, God works even through suffering for ultimate good. Good Friday is “good” because through the cross, redemption was accomplished.

Holy Saturday

Read: Matthew 27:57–66; Luke 23:50–56; John 19:38–42

Jesus’ body rests in the tomb, fulfilling prophecy. His followers wait in grief and uncertainty. Holy Saturday reminds us that even in silence, God is still at work. The story was not over.

Easter Sunday

Read: Matthew 28; Mark 16; Luke 24; John 20–21

The tomb is empty. Mary Magdalene and the other women discover that Jesus had risen, just as He promised (Matthew 28:6). Jesus appears to His disciples, bringing peace and hope. The resurrection changes everything—sin is defeated, death is conquered, and new life is available to all. He is Risen.