‏ John 12:31-32

v. 31: Jesus declares, “Now is the judgment of this world; now will the ruler of this world be cast out” (John 12:31 a). His death on the cross will defeat Satan’s power and begin the final judgment on the evil in the world.

v. 31-32: Jesus said, “Now is the judgment of this world; now will the ruler of this world be cast out. And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” (John 12:31-32 b) Jesus’ death on the cross would defeat Satan and open the way for people from every nation to come to God.

v. 32: Jesus adds, “And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself” (John 12:32 c). “Lifted up” means His crucifixion. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus will bring people from every nation to Himself.

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