Read: John 15:18-17:26
Jesus was still in the middle of his intimate talk with his disciples right before he was going to be crucified. He spoke to them about the persecution he was about to face and the future persecution they would face because they are his disciples. He explained that the world hated him because his presence convicted them of their sin and the miracles he did convinced them of their guilt. The things Jesus did filled the people of the world with hatred where it filled others with awe and love for him. After he leaves he promised to send them an Advocate, or Encourager, or Counselor - the Holy Spirit. He is the Spirit of truth sent by God to testify about Jesus. The Holy Spirit will convict the world of sin and tell of God’s righteousness. He will proclaim God’s coming judgment.
Jesus told them that up till then he had spoken about his death and future in figures of speech but soon he would be able to talk plainly all about the Father. He told them that he was leaving earth to return to heaven to be with God, his Father.
Then Jesus prayed to his father so his disciples could hear. He asked God to glorify him so he could give that glory back to God. Next he prayed for his disciples that they would be protected and have the unity that Jesus and God have. Jesus had given they his joy and his word; he prayed that God would keep them safe from the devil. He prayed his prayer not just to them but to all the disciples that will come after him. The last thing Jesus prayed is for God’s love and Jesus to be in them.
Lord, thank you for giving us your name to use in prayer to access what we need. May your love and joy flow out of us today as we walk as Jesus today.
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