The Superscription on the Cross
John 19:19-22
And Pilate wrote a title, and put it on the cross. And the writing was JESUS OF NAZARETH THE KING OF THE JEWS.…


I. WHAT IT TESTIFIES — Of Jesus of Nazareth.

1. His Majesty.

2. His victory.

3. The foundation of His kingdom.

4. His jurisdiction and government.

II. IT WAS —

1. Read of all.

2. Vexatious to many.

3. Obstinately defended by one.

III. LEARN —

1. Wilt thou pass it unheeded?

2. Wouldst thou alter it?

3. Wilt thou not accept it?

(J. P. Lange, D. D.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: And Pilate wrote a title, and put it on the cross. And the writing was, JESUS OF NAZARETH THE KING OF THE JEWS.

WEB: Pilate wrote a title also, and put it on the cross. There was written, "JESUS OF NAZARETH, THE KING OF THE JEWS."




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