John 17:1 (NIV)
17 After Jesus said this, he looked toward
heaven and prayed:
“Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your
Son may glorify you.
John 17 is one of the most moving chapters in all the
Bible. Jesus knows he is going to die. He knows he is spending his last few
hours before his death with disciples who do not understand what he is about to
do and why he is about to do it. Jesus has two key goals in mind as he prepares
himself, and his disciples, for their life ahead without him. He wants them to
be one so they can remain strong and influence the world for God. He wants what
he does to bring glory to the Father. While he faces humiliation and abandonment,
his desire is to bless others. We are going to face hardship. What will be our
goal? Hmm, no wonder we are reminded to fix our eyes on Jesus and follow his
example.
Thought for today:
Am I “prayed up” and prepared for the trials of life?
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