Lesson 232Identity

Blessed Is He Who Comes

This lesson explores how Psalm 118:26 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Psalm 118:26

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the LORD. From the house of the LORD we bless you.

New Testament

Matthew 21:9

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest heaven!

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J. Barton Payne

Payne #21 — Ps 118:26

Blessed is He who comes in the LORD's name; Payne notes the Hallel psalm was the Passover processional, making the Palm Sunday crowd's use of it a conscious messianic declaration

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which New Testament passage fulfills this prophecy in this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The Old Testament prophecy for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Psalm 118 was sung at Passover as pilgrims processed to the temple. When the crowd greeted Jesus with these exact words on Palm Sunday, they were identifying him as the expected king coming in God's name — a fulfillment the religious leaders understood immediately.

Reflection

Jesus, teach me to trust who You are, not just what I feel. Let Psalm 118:26 and Matthew 21:9 deepen my confidence in Your name.