John 12:28

"“Now my soul is troubled. What shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this time’? But I came to this time for this cause."

Key Reflection

Jesus expresses profound distress over his impending suffering, yet accepts it as necessary for fulfilling his mission. His prayer reveals the depth of his humanity while affirming his trust in God's will and the purpose of his crucifixion.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 28. Glorify thy name. The meaning of this expression in this connection is this: "I am willing to bear any trials; I will not shrink from any sufferings. Let thy name be honoured. Let thy character, wisdom, goodness, and plans of mercy be manifested and promoted, whatever sufferings it may cost me." Thus Jesus showed us that God's glory is to be the great end of our conduct, and that we are to seek that, whatever sufferings it may cost us. I have both glorified it. The word it is not here in the original, but it is not improperly supplied by the translators.

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