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Meditations of The Gospel of John: Chapter 17

 


Jesus was a Man who communed with The Father. Because of this, Jesus was a Man of prayer. In verses 1-5, Jesus is praying to the Father to be glorified. He knows that His Crucifixion is at hand, and Jesus' desire of the people receiving eternal life and for God to get all the credit show forth Himself.

Jesus also prays for the disciples. He understands that He'll be leaving the earth soon, but his disciples will remain to continue Christ's ministry. They will be advancing His Kingdom. So Jesus prays for their sanctification and consecration. 

 Finally, Jesus prays for His Church. He prays for the Church to be unified and that the love of God would be in them. 

Jesus' prayers inspire me. They inspire me to seek the Kingdom and not follow or treasure the things of this world. They inspire me to love my brethren. They inspire me to pray for the Church and have their best interest at heart. Lord, let my heart and mind be cleansed and set apart for You. Amen!

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