John 17:1 · KJV

"These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:

²As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.

³And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.

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Devotional Reflection

LoveJoyPeaceGratitudeHopeCompassionAweContentmentGriefFearAngerDoubtShameLonelinessDespair

One of the most touching passages in the Bible is John 17. Jesus is aware that He will die. He is aware that He is spending His final hours before death among disciples who have no idea what He is about to do or why He is about to do it. As He prepares Himself and His disciples for life without Him, Jesus has two main aims in mind. He wants them to unite so that they can remain strong and have an impact on the world for God. He desires that what He does brings honor to the Father. Despite His shame and abandonment, He wants to benefit others. We will confront difficulties. What will be our objective? No wonder we are encouraged to concentrate our gaze on Jesus and follow in His footsteps.

Prayer

Loving Father, I cannot grasp the secrets of agony and grace that struck Your heart as Jesus made His way to the Cross with such honesty and sacrifice. Lord Jesus, I cannot thank You enough for providing me with a great example of how to withstand life's toughest hardships. Please make my life a blessing to others and give me the strength to serve and to bless even in times that are challenging. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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