During the last week of Jesus’ earthly ministry (before the death, burial, and resurrection) Greeks came to Jerusalem for the Passover, possibly as proselytes or God-fearers. Somehow these Greeks met Philip of Bethsaida, one of the twelve, and they said, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” Philip told Andrew about the Greeks’ request, and they both informed Jesus. Although it’s not mentioned if the Greeks were present, it’s likely since they asked to see Jesus.

23 But Jesus answered them, saying, “The hour has come that the Son of Man should be glorified. 24 Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. 25 He who loves his life will lose it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. 26 If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor. 27 Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. 28 Father, glorify Your name.” Then a voice came from heaven, saying, “I have both glorified it and will glorify it again.” 29 Therefore the people who stood by and heard it said that it had thundered. Others said, “An angel has spoken to Him.” 30 Jesus answered and said, “This voice did not come because of Me, but for your sake. 31 Now is the judgment of this world; now the ruler of this world will be cast out.” (John 12:23-31, NKJV)

Jesus recognized that His greatest purpose was to die for the sins of humanity, a long-awaited and carefully planned event in the scheme of redemption. Those Greeks who sought Him had the privilege of hearing His wonderful message, while sitting at Jesus’ feet! Do His beautiful words resonate in our hearts? We, too, wish to see Jesus!

O, Lord of hosts, throughout history, people have had their own ideas about how Jesus should look and act. May we put our preconceived notions aside and see Him as He truly is.

Lord God and Father, there is no God in heaven or above or on earth below like You, who keep Your covenant and mercy with Your servants who walk before You with all their hearts. The Scriptures provide us with a clear picture of Jesus. By studying and reflecting on them, we gain a deeper understanding of who Jesus is and how to live our lives. May You grant us the wisdom and insight to see Jesus in every page of the Scriptures.

Blessed be the Lord God of all, for He has visited and redeemed His people. O, Lord, open our eyes, our ears, our hearts, and our minds. We wish to see Jesus and be in your presence, forever! Amen.