Joh 17:6 | MHM | STEP | v. 6 : Jesus says, “I have made your name known to those you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me, and they have kept your word.” Jesus has revealed God’s character to His disciples, who now belong to Him and have obeyed God’s teachings. These followers belonged to God, and God gave them to Jesus. The disciples have obeyed God’s message and believed in Jesus (John 17:6 ). Jesus Prays for His Disciples After praying for Himself, Jesus now prays for the disciples whom the Father had given Him. He asks God to protect, sanctify, and unify them as they continue His work in the world. Jesus recognizes their faith and obedience, and prays that they may be kept from evil, grow in holiness, and be united in purpose and love. This prayer shows Jesus’ deep care for His followers and His desire that they will continue His mission after He leaves.

‏ John 17:6

v. 6: Jesus says, “I have made your name known to those you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me, and they have kept your word.” Jesus has revealed God’s character to His disciples, who now belong to Him and have obeyed God’s teachings. These followers belonged to God, and God gave them to Jesus. The disciples have obeyed God’s message and believed in Jesus (John 17:6 ^a).

Jesus Prays for His Disciples

After praying for Himself, Jesus now prays for the disciples whom the Father had given Him. He asks God to protect, sanctify, and unify them as they continue His work in the world. Jesus recognizes their faith and obedience, and prays that they may be kept from evil, grow in holiness, and be united in purpose and love. This prayer shows Jesus’ deep care for His followers and His desire that they will continue His mission after He leaves.