Message: “The Messiah Triumphs Through Suffering” from Matt Chapin
Matt Chapin - May 14, 2023
The Messiah Triumphs Through Suffering
In John 12:20-36, the arrival of Greek seekers prompts Jesus to announce that the "hour" of His glorification—His impending death and resurrection—has come. Using the analogy of a grain of wheat, He teaches that true life requires surrender: by dying to self, believers bear much fruit.
Scripture References: John 12:20-36
From Series: "The Gospel of John: That We May Believe"
The Gospel of John is about revealing Jesus as the divine Son of God, the promised Messiah, who offers eternal life to all who believe in Him, emphasizing His deity through powerful "signs" (miracles) and "I AM" statements, contrasting light with darkness, and focusing on Jesus as the Word made flesh, explaining God's will and love for humanity to foster faith and a deeper relationship with God.
