John 12 marks a turning point as Jesus prepares for His death. The chapter begins with Mary anointing Jesus’ feet with expensive perfume, wiping them with her hair as an act of love and worship. Judas objects, but Jesus defends her, saying she’s preparing Him for His burial. Then, Jesus enters Jerusalem for the Passover, and a crowd greets Him with palm branches, shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” This fulfills the prophecy about the Messiah’s arrival. Jesus knows His time has come, and He speaks about His death, saying that unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it cannot produce new life. He also says that anyone who serves Him must follow Him. Some Greeks seek to meet Jesus, and He tells them that the hour has come for Him to be glorified. As He speaks about His impending death, a voice from heaven affirms His mission. The chapter ends with Jesus urging people to believe in Him while they have the light, and it reveals that many still don’t believe, fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy. John 12 shows Jesus embracing His purpose, knowing His death will bring salvation to the world.