The Real Lords Prayer - Part One - Jesus Prays For Himself (John 17: 1-5)

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Episode Notes:

Introduction

• Common Misconception: When most think of the Lord’s Prayer, they recall Matthew 6: "Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name." However, this is technically the Disciples' Prayer, given as a model for them. The Real Lord’s Prayer: Found in John 17, where Jesus prays to the Father directly. John 17 is considered one of the deepest portions of the Bible. It's a chapter filled with simple language yet profound meaning.

Structure of John 17

• Verses 1-5: Jesus prays for Himself.
• Verses 6-19: Jesus prays for His apostles.
• Verses 20-26: Jesus prays for all believers, including those who will come to faith through the apostles' ministry.

Key Questions

• What did Jesus ask for?
• For whom did He pray?
• What can we learn from His prayer?

Key Themes

• The Hour Has Come: Refers to the climax of Jesus' earthly mission, particularly His crucifixion.
• Glorification Through the Cross: The cross is seen as Jesus' ultimate glorification, showcasing His love, sacrifice, and the completion of His mission.
• Eternal Life: Knowing God and Jesus intimately is the essence of eternal life. Jesus asks to return to the glory He had with the Father before His incarnation.

The Glory of the Cross

• Historical Perspective: Often, great people are recognized for their true worth in their death.
  • Examples:
    • Abraham Lincoln’s greatness was acknowledged even by his critics upon his death.
    • Joan of Arc was recognized as a saint by her executioners.
• Martyrdom: Jesus' death on the cross revealed His true glory and drew people to Him.

Completion of His Work

• Jesus’ Mission: To show God's love to humanity. The cross is the ultimate demonstration of that love.
• Obedience: Jesus glorified God through perfect obedience, even to the point of death on the cross.
• Vindication: The resurrection proved Jesus' triumph over death and sin.
• Return to Glory: Jesus' resurrection and ascension restored Him to His former glory with the Father.

Knowing God

• Old Testament Context: Knowing God was central in Jewish wisdom and prophecy.
  • Proverbs 3:18, Hosea 4:6, Amos 5:4 emphasize seeking and knowing God.
• New Testament Revelation: Jesus made it possible to know God intimately and personally.

Conclusion

• Summary of Jesus' Prayer for Himself: It centers on glorification through the cross, resurrection, and restoration to heavenly glory.
• Application for Believers: Jesus' prayer encourages believers to seek an intimate relationship with God, recognizing the significance of Jesus' sacrifice and the promise of eternal life.

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