John 13:31
Therefore, when he was gone out, Jesus said, Now is the Son of man glorified, and God is glorified in him.
John 13:31
“Therefore, when he was gone out, Jesus said, Now is the Son of man glorified, and God is glorified in him.” With Judas’s departure, the stage is set for Jesus’ public revelation of glory—culminating in the crucifixion and resurrection. The departure removes a key disruptor, allowing the room to acknowledge Jesus’ path as the hour of His glory. The language “glorified” indicates that the cross, though seemingly tragic, is the moment of ultimate revelation of God’s love and authority. Theological irony ties together Jesus’ mission and the Father’s honor: the cross is not defeat but triumph in the divine economy of salvation.
This verse anchors Johannine theology: glory is revealed through the cross and obedience. It shows the paradox that Jesus’ humiliation is the very means of God’s exaltation. The unity of Father and Son’s glory illustrates Trinitarian vitality in salvation. The disciples’ understanding expands here as the moment of Christ’s passion is inaugurated, inviting believers into participating in this glory through faith and obedience.
In modern life, moments of hardship can feel like darkness, but they can also be occasions of real glory—where God’s purposes are revealed through our surrendered trust. When you face trials, ask how God might be glorified in the moment—through acts of mercy, faith, and steadfast love. Let your response to suffering reflect Christ’s love. In ministries and leadership, remember that growth often comes through difficult seasons that refine faith and emphasize service to others.
Cross-References: John 12:23-28; Philippians 2:8-11; Romans 8:17-18; 2 Corinthians 4:17-18