John 17:1 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

After Jesus said all this, he looked up toward heaven and prayed, 'Father, it's time. Let your glory shine through me so I can shine it right back to you.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus knew his moment had come and was ready to bring glory to God through what was about to happen.

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