In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Pastor Ricky unpacks what it truly means to honor one another as Christians. Drawing from the biblical account of Jesus’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem, he reveals how this ancient celebration connects to our modern relationships and challenges us to create a culture of honor in our communities.

Pastor Ricky begins by setting the scene of Palm Sunday—the day Jesus entered Jerusalem to celebration and acclaim just days before his crucifixion. As crowds gathered with palm branches and shouts of “Hosanna,” they demonstrated a spontaneous outpouring of honor that serves as a model for how we should treat each other. This message marks the conclusion of the church’s powerful series titled IT’S NOT ABOUT ME, focused on the biblical “one another” commands.

Through a careful examination of Romans 12:10, “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves,“ Pastor Ricky reveals why honoring others doesn’t come naturally to many Christians. He identifies three barriers that prevent us from truly honoring one another: Ignorance about what honor truly means, Cynicism that makes us distrustful of human nature, and Obstinance—our stubborn refusal to put others first.

What makes this message unique is Pastor Ricky’s exploration of five different Bible translations of Romans 12:10, each offering a distinct perspective on how we can practically honor one another:

  • “Honor one another above yourselves“ (NIV) – Just as Jesus humbled himself to serve others, we must lower ourselves to elevate others.
  • “Take the lead in honoring one another” (CSB) – Don’t wait for someone else to start—be the first to show honor, even when it’s countercultural.
  • “Take delight in honoring each other” (NLT) – Honoring others should bring us joy, not feel like a burden or obligation.
  • “Outdo one another in showing honor” (ESV) – Give your absolute best when honoring others, going above and beyond expectations.
  • “In honor preferring one another“ (KJV) – Choose to honor others even when it contradicts your natural preferences.

With compelling storytelling and practical applications, Pastor Ricky challenges us to create communities where honor flows freely—not because it’s our preference, but because it reflects the character of Jesus who honored us first. This message will transform how you view relationships and inspire you to become a person who consistently puts others before yourself.

Whether you’re struggling with difficult relationships, seeking to build a stronger community, or simply want to grow in Christlikeness, this message offers biblical wisdom for becoming people who honor one another as Jesus honored us.

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