Seeking Christ’s Glory and Protection
Speaker: Guest Speaker Zac Tsai
Scripture: John 17:1-19
Jesus in the upper room; words & prayers the night before the cross
Jesus Prays:
v.1–5 For the Father to glorify Him
“Glory” means to give splendor to God’s manifest glory.
“The greatest glory is to give up your glory” – Tim Keller
Jesus gave up His glory for us on the cross!
We too should live for His glory…
To glorify Him & enjoy Him forever (1 Corinthians 10:31)
Susanna Wesley– Her greatest job was to disciple & train her children (12 kids) “The Methodist movement” from Charles & John Wesley (her sons)
v.3 Jesus gives eternal life
Eternal means an eternal relationship with the one true God, Jesus Christ
Meaning God is your life!
You spend time in His presence.
Eternal life is vibrant & guides your whole life.
Does this describe your life? If not, trust Him today.
The starting place is to trust in Him & believe in Him - Michael Chang – tennis pro (coaching Zach)
Jesus is inviting you to “know Him,” not just about Him → He wants you to make Him Lord of your life!
Jesus prays for the disciples (vv. 11–13 and their protection)
John 17:17–19 – “Holy Father”
Keep them safe
He is holy
We can pray for His protection (the world hates believers). Spiritual protection = lust, worldliness, pride, etc.