This passage constitutes the beautiful prayer of our Lord for these eleven men. It divides into three sections (vv. 9-19):He prays for them because they belong to Him (vv. 9-10). These disciples are His. They are a gift from the Father. He has spent 3-1/2 years with them. He know …
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Jesus’ Prayer for His Disciples - John 17:9 – 17:19 (commentary)
This passage constitutes the beautiful prayer of our Lord for these eleven men. It divides into three sections (vv. 9-19):He prays for them because they belong to Him (vv. 9-10). These disciples are His. They are a gift from the Father. He has spent 3-1/2 years with them. He know …