The disciples are in shock. They thought they were entering into a discipleship relationship to a man who was wise, who could work miracles, and who even might become noteworthy in their religious circles. But He has surprised them again and again. They speak of His mission as one of messianic glory. He speaks of dying. They are looking into their hearts and wondering if this all was a mistake. Jesus is looking into their hearts and calling them to absolute loyally and servitude.
But to what? He knows that His mission will include a cross, betrayal, torture, and death. He will show them what they cannot know unless He goes through this tide. If He is lifted up, glorified in this way, then they, along with all His sheep throughout the ages can truly come to Him and identify with His mission and calling. Broken and poured out, to nurture and use the broken and poured out.
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September 21, 2014 | Pastor John Bayles | Marching to the Cross: The Hour to be Lifted Up | John 12:26
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