17:8
Jesus has given us the words that the Father gave Him. Jesus’ teaching was not just wise, it was not just a good idea, but they came directly from the Father. And Jesus’ disciples accept the words that come from Jesus, and hence from the Father. Yet again we see the importance attached to believing that Jesus was sent by the Father. All of God’s plans and purposes are found in Christ.
17:9
Jesus is praying for us. Now Jesus limits the scope of His prayers here. These prayers are limited to those whom God has given to Him. He is not praying for the world. Now we need to both fully accept this, and to remember John 3:16. The sovereignty of God worries people. Part of the reason for this is pride, it means that we are utterly dependent upon the grace of God, in every respect, and so we are. It strikes at the heart of human rebellion. However, as I have said before, this does not take away human responsibility.
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