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What does the Bible say about being lifted up in John 12:32?

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In John 12:32, Jesus states that if He is lifted up, He will draw all people to Himself, referring to His crucifixion as an act of salvation.

John 12:32 declares, 'And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to myself.' This profound statement by Jesus encompasses both the act of His crucifixion and the redemptive power of His death. Being 'lifted up' signifies the humiliation and suffering of the cross, yet it is through this act that Jesus draws all people unto Himself. The lifting up of Christ is portrayed as not just a physical elevation but as a spiritual victory that triumphs over sin and death, emphasizing the core of the Gospel message that salvation is available to all who believe in Him.
Scripture References: John 12:32

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Lifted Up
Joe Terrell · Apr 7, 2019