What does "God will glorify Him" teach about Jesus' divine mission? Verse at a Glance “ ‘If God is glorified in Him, God will also glorify Him in Himself, and will glorify Him at once.’ ” (John 13:32) Key Phrase: “God will glorify Him” • Declares the Father’s active role in exalting the Son • Reveals a divine certainty—no possibility that the plan could fail • Indicates that the glory will be public and unmistakable Layers of Glory Revealed • The Cross: Jesus is glorified through perfect obedience and sacrificial love (John 12:23-24) • The Resurrection: The Father vindicates the Son, proving His deity and victory over death (Romans 6:4) • The Ascension: Jesus is seated at the Father’s right hand, sharing equal honor (Acts 2:33) • The Outpouring of the Spirit: Pentecost showcases Heaven’s endorsement of Christ (John 7:39) • The Second Coming: Final, visible glory before every eye (Revelation 1:7) Implications for Jesus’ Divine Mission • Mission guaranteed: The Father’s promise anchors the certainty of redemption • Unity of Father and Son: Shared glory confirms Jesus’ full divinity (John 10:30) • Fulfillment of prophecy: Echoes Isaiah 53:11—“He will see the light of life and be satisfied” • Invitation to belief: Since the Father glorifies the Son, rejecting Jesus is rejecting God’s own testimony (1 John 5:9-12) Connecting Scriptures • John 17:1 – “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that the Son may glorify You.” • Philippians 2:9-11 – “Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place…” • Hebrews 2:9 – “We see Jesus… now crowned with glory and honor because He suffered death…” • 1 Peter 1:21 – “God raised Him from the dead and glorified Him, so your faith and hope are in God.” Takeaway Points • The Father’s promise to glorify Jesus validates every claim Jesus made. • Glory is not merely future; it begins at the cross and continues eternally. • Believers participate in this glory by union with Christ (Romans 8:17). |
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