Lesson 454: John 17:17
John 17:17
The Blueprint — The Verse
Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.
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The Context — The History
John 17 records Jesus’ high priestly prayer before Gethsemane and the cross. He prayed for Himself, His disciples, and all who would believe through their message.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Jesus asked the Father to glorify Him so He might glorify the Father. He prayed for disciples remaining in the world, then asked the Father to sanctify them by the truth — declaring that God’s word is truth.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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John 17:16
They are not of the world even as I am not of the world.
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Read the verse immediately before this lesson (John 17:16) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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John 17:18
As you sent me into the world, even so I have sent them into the world.
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Read the verse immediately after this lesson (John 17:18) to continue the passage.
Discussion
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How does God's word sanctify believers in daily life?
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What does it mean that truth is not only propositional but personal in God?
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How can you pursue holiness through Scripture this week?
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