John 17:1
“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:”

What does John 17:1 mean?
The Bible verse John 17:1 from the King James Version (KJV) reads: "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." This verse is part of a longer prayer that Jesus spoke to God…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Heart of Jesus: An Invitation to Glorify
As we delve into the profound nature of Jesus' prayer in John 17:1, we encounter a pivotal moment that encapsulates not only His relationship with the Father but also the essence of His mission on earth. The verse reads: "These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Divine Glorification
Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I cannot help but reflect on the profound words of Your Son in John 17:1, where Jesus lifted His eyes to heaven and proclaimed, "Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee." This passage resonates…
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