Sermon on 11/23/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp 

Even the strongest and most courageous among us face inner turmoil. This message explores John 12:27-36, revealing Jesus's intense emotional agony ("My soul is troubled") just before the cross. Discover how Jesus found the suffering bearable—not by escaping it, but by focusing on God's glory and the eternal purpose of His sacrifice.

We'll unpack:

• Jesus’s deep emotional distress and turmoil as He faced the ultimate punishment (crucifixion) and bore the consequences of all human sin.
• The pivotal moment Jesus shifts His focus from "Father, save me from this hour" to "Father, glorify your name."
• The dual purpose of the cross: Judgment on the world's sinful systems and Drawing all people to Himself (salvation for all who believe).
• The necessary invitation: Walk in the light now. Why you cannot afford to delay your response to God's drawing.
• The ultimate defeat of the ruler of this world (Satan) through Jesus being "lifted up."

This sermon encourages you to find hope in your own moments of trouble by anchoring your agony to God's greater, glorious purpose.

Keywords: John 12:27-36, Jesus troubled, emotional agony, crucifixion, suffering, God's glory, purpose, ultimate defeat, salvation, light of the world, walk in the light, inner turmoil, eternal life, sin, judgment of the world, Satan, sovereign plan, sermon.

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