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How do we know Jesus is King?

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We know Jesus is King because Scripture states He has sovereign authority, as affirmed by His actions, prophecies, and the inscription above His cross.

Jesus is acknowledged as King primarily through the authority and power He demonstrated during His earthly ministry and His fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies regarding kingship. For instance, in Matthew's account, Jesus was questioned by Pilate about His kingship, indicating that His identity is intrinsically tied to His role as king. The Scriptures consistently illustrate that He possesses authority over both creation and individual lives, highlighting His kingship. The declaration made during His crucifixion, as recorded in John 19:19, further solidifies this truth, emphasizing that Jesus reigns over all, regardless of human acknowledgment.
Scripture References: Matthew 2:2, John 6:15, John 19:19, John 18:37, Psalm 47, Revelation 19:16, John 18:36, Isaiah 9:6-7, Acts 4:27-28, 2 Samuel 7:16, John 1:11, Matthew 28:18, Revelation 1:5, Romans 8, Ephesians 1:4-5, Psalm 2:6, Acts 4:26, John 17, Acts 2:36, Luke 23:43, Luke 1:32-33, Psalm 2, Matthew 27:11

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