The High Priestly Prayer This is a lengthy and personal prayer of Jesus reflecting on His mission here on earth. In the prayer He mentions that the purpose was to glorify God and that is what He did; He wasn't selfish. He equipped and prepared his disciples for the mission ahead. He cared for his disciples. He seeks joy for them. In later part of this chapter Jesus prays for unity. See verse 21. What does unity look like? Are we all supposed to think alike and do everything alike. Probably not. It is not possible or desirable As unique individuals, this unity has to comes from being in Christ together and being one with Christ. Three Points to take with us:
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