Jesus Lifted Up

Summary

The sermon explores Jesus' prayer in John 12 and reconciles it with accounts in Matthew, Mark, and Luke, emphasizing that Jesus was not seeking escape but asking for God's glorification through His crucifixion. It explains the significance of Jesus being 'lifted up' as a reference to His crucifixion and the drawing of all men to Himself through this act. The preacher highlights the irresistible power of God's grace in salvation, the necessity of being born again, and the loving nature of God who draws sinners to Himself. The message concludes with a call to recognize God's everlasting love and respond in faithful obedience.