Behold Jesus, King of kings! (Part 1)

This message centers on John 12:9–26 as the culmination of the Behold Your God / Behold Jesus series, presenting Jesus as the righteous, humble King whose coming was foreshadowed in the Old Testament—especially Zechariah 9—and fulfilled in the triumphal entry, the cross, and the covenant sealed by his blood. It calls the church, gathered as one family across generations, to rejoice in Christ's righteousness given by grace, to behold his humility and sacrificial glory, and to recognize that his kingdom advances not through worldly power but through faithful service, obedience, and trust. By reflecting on Jesus' first coming and anticipating his second, the sermon presses a personal, devotional question to every believer: "What does the King want from me?" urging hearts to wait in hope, feed on Christ at the Lord's Table, bear witness to his saving work, and live as servants of the King of kings until he returns in final victory. Outline: In Zechariah 9, the prophet calls Zion and Jerusalem to raise their voices in rejoicing that the messianic King is coming. What is the character of the messianic King as presented in verses 9–13? 1) Promise of a Coming King 2) First Appearance of the King 3) Looking Forward to the 2nd Coming of the King! Christological Conclusion: Ask yourself honestly, are you truly looking forward to the Second Coming of King Jesus? What does it represent for you that makes you long with hope?