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John 17:19 · KJV

"And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth."

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Passage Context

17Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
18As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world.
19And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.
20Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also which shall believe on me through their word;
21That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the idea of being sanctified through truth resonate with you?

2

What does sanctification mean for you personally?

3

When have you felt the need for truth in your spiritual journey?

Life Application

faith

Seek to understand and embrace the truth in your life. Reflect on how truth can lead to personal growth and sanctification.

relationships

Encourage those around you to pursue truth in their lives, fostering deeper connections based on honesty.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

Jesus teaches that his own sanctification is for the purpose of sanctifying his followers through the truth.

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