Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world.
Father, I want everyone you've given me to be right there with me, so they can see the glory you gave me, because you loved me before you even made the world.
Jesus is asking for us to witness the love story that started before time began.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, chapter 17, Jesus is praying to the Father during His final hours before arrest and crucifixion, as part of what is known as His High Priestly Prayer. This prayer occurs in the context of Jesus' farewell to His disciples, where He intercedes not only for them but for all future believers, emphasizing the eternal bond between the Father and the Son. It reflects the first-century Jewish understanding of God's glory and the divine plan of redemption that was set in motion from the beginning of time.
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