Main Points 1. Who was Jesus of Nazareth? 2. How and why was He the King of the Jews? 3. Why does that matter? The sermon centers on the profound significance of the inscription 'Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews' placed on the cross by Pilate, revealing Jesus as both Savior and sovereign ruler, despite the mockery and rejection surrounding His crucifixion. It explores how Jesus, though falsely accused, is affirmed as the true King through His divine mission, His claim to a spiritual kingdom, and the ultimate fulfillment of His role as the sinless Lamb who bore humanity's guilt. The passage draws a powerful contrast between human judgment and divine purpose, emphasizing that while Pilate and the religious leaders sought to condemn Jesus, God used the sign to declare the truth of Christ's identity and the completion of salvation. The sermon further connects this to Colossians 2, where Christ's death is portrayed as the nail that erased the debt of sin, paying the penalty for all who believe. Ultimately, the message calls listeners to personally embrace Jesus as both Savior and King, inviting repentance, faith, and heartfelt worship in light of the finished work of Calvary.