What does John 18:9 mean?

John 18:9 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply John 18:9 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

That the saying might be fulfilled, which he spake, Of them which thou gavest me have I lost none.

7Then asked he them again, Whom seek ye? And they said, Jesus of Nazareth.

8Jesus answered, I have told you that I am he: if therefore ye seek me, let these go their way:

9That the saying might be fulfilled, which he spake, Of them which thou gavest me have I lost none.

10Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus.

11Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?

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