Winning the War (against Satan)

Winning the War (against Satan): "“Now the time has come for the Son of Man to enter into his glory. I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat is planted in the soil and dies, it remains alone. But its death will produce many new kernels – a plentiful harvest of new lives.” Furthermore, after Jesus spoke of Satan's pending judgment, he said, “And when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw everyone to myself. He said this to indicate how he was going to die.” (John 12:23-24, 32-33)

It is significant that Jesus predicted his death using the metaphor of a kernel of wheat. As a kernel 'dies' in the ground and produces many new kernels, so Jesus intimated his death would effect new life for many more people. His death would also be a gateway “to enter his glory.” It is understandable that the prospect of dying would evoke the feeling of being “deeply troubled.” Jesus was determined not to evade the cross, saying, “Should I pray, 'Father save me from this hour?' But this is the very reason I came! Father bring glory to your name.” (John 12:27-28)

In conclusion I would encourage you to reflect on another prophecy that sheds further light on the conflict between Christ and Satan –"