John 17:1 (ESV)
When Jesus had spoken these words, HE li=ed up HIS eyes to
heaven, and said, “Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son
that the Son may glorify YOU.
On the night before HIS crucifixion star;ng in C.13, Jesus has
been teaching HIS disciples. Now HE is wrapping everything
up with a prayer. The en;rety of C. 17, records Jesus’ prayer.
In MaMhew 6:9, Jesus tells us how we should pray and starts,
“Our Father who are in heaven.” Here in John 17, Jesus is
actually praying. HE looks to heaven and says, “Father.” Jesus’
prayer is packed with insight. Each of us should take ;me to
read it. This morning I want to highlight a few points from
Jesus’ prayer. First of all, look at verse 3.
John 17:3 (ESV)
This is eternal life, that they know YOU, the only true God, and
Jesus Christ whom YOU have sent.