Oct 15, 2023
John 12:27-43 – Do the Hard Thing
Jesus was troubled, literally tormented, about his upcoming crucifixion. More specifically, he was tormented knowing he would be separated from the Father as he paid the price for the sin of the world. But he also knew this is what he was sent to do to save us.
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- Oct 15, 2023John 12:27-43 – Do the Hard Thing
Oct 15, 2023John 12:27-43 – Do the Hard ThingJesus was troubled, literally tormented, about his upcoming crucifixion. More specifically, he was tormented knowing he would be separated from the Father as he paid the price for the sin of the world. But he also knew this is what he was sent to do to save us.
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