King of Kings
Hillsong Worship
Worship that crowns Christ as sovereign Lord.
Weighed against scripture
“And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.”
The song's title and central proclamation directly reflect John's vision: 'King of kings and Lord of lords.' The song makes this cosmic reality personal and doxological.
“Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
Paul's declaration that 'every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord' mirrors the song's call to worship and acknowledgment of Christ's supremacy.
“For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding. God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness.”
The Psalmist's invitation to sing praises to God as King echoes throughout this worship song, grounding it in the Old Testament tradition of royal worship.
'King of Kings' is a straightforward worship song that invites the listener to acknowledge and proclaim the lordship of Jesus Christ. It combines declaration with invitation, calling worshipers to bow before Christ's rule and trust in His sovereignty. The song centers on Christology and kingship—themes that sit at the heart of Christian faith.
The song uses plain, reverent language focused entirely on Christ's majesty and reign. No profanity or crude content.
The entire song is structured as an act of worship, exalting Jesus as King, Lord, and the highest authority. The posture is one of surrender and adoration toward God.
Hillsong Worship is a worship collective whose primary aim is congregational praise of Christ. This song is crafted for corporate worship, inviting listeners into declaration of Christ's kingship and lordship.
As you sing these words, what does it mean for you to actually live as though Jesus is King—not just in corporate worship, but in the choices you face this week?