Sermons on John 17:

The Importance Of Christian Unity Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

All true believers have God’s glory within, no matter what they may look like on the outside. Christian unity is not based on the external, but the internal. The very Spirit of God within us.

How important is unity in our individual lives? How important is unity in our church? Jesus had a lot to say about the importance of unity. If Christians cannot be unified, then we are not approaching one another in love. And we cannot be a good witness for Christ if we are bickering with one ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Marks Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message is part of a series from the Gospel of John and shows the identifying marks of a true disciple.

Marks of a Disciple The question I would like for us to consider today from this passage is what makes a true disciple of Jesus Christ? What are the marks of a disciple -This morning we continue to look at the Jesus' Prayer in John 17 -This is the True Lords prayer, the passage we commonly call ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Living For One Purpose

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message is part of a series through the Gospel of John and sows how God has designed us to live for one purpose: to Give Him GLory

Living for One purpose John 17:1-5 Today I want us to think about the one sole purpose, the one passion that we live for. What is it that gets us out of bed in the morning and motivates us through the day at the same time I want you to consider if that purpose is bringing you joy and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Unity

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Mar 26, 2011

A cry for unity in the local body.

Good morning. How is everyone this morning? Thank each of you for being here. I would like to ask you a few questions this morning. I would like to quote to you some sentences and you tell me if they are in the Bible. "Money is the root of all evil." 1 Timothy 6:10 "Do unto others as you would ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-23, Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Prays For Us

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 12, 2009

Jesus prayer in John 17 closes with a powerful request for us who believe through the message of his first disciples. We are called to be one!

Opening story... Robert Putman, a Professor at Harvard, wrote a book called Bowling Alone. In it he documents the decline in community life over the last four decades. He got his title from this “trivial yet telling example”: the percentage of adults who belong to a bowling league today is only ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Walking Tour Of Eternal Life

Contributed by Les Puryear on Jan 3, 2010

What the Bible Says About Eternal Life

INTRODUCTION - "A WALKING TOUR OF ETERNAL LIFE" 1. Last Spring, Debbie and I took a week off and went down to Myrtle Beach. 2. While we were there, we decided to go down to Charleston for a day. 3. We had never been to Charleston. 4. We had heard a lot about Charleston and so we decided to go ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Sons Of Glory Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 17, 2010

As I read and meditate on this passage of Scripture, I find myself in awe of the profound truth of Jesus’ prayer. For many Christians it is hard to comprehend, much less receive. Yet, Jesus words are truth...

John 17:20. "I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; 21. "that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me. 22. "And the glory which You gave Me I ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Here’s The Truth . . .

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 6, 2011

We study what the real truth is, as found in John 17:17

JOHN 17:17 “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.” The word “truth” in this verse comes from the Greek word “aletheia” which means “factual”, “a reality” or “real.” And we understand that God’s Word is a reality. But another English equivalent is the word "genuine" - God’s Word is ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Denomination: *other

One. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 8, 2011

Jesus prayer is that believers may be one, now what that all about? As we submit our lives to God as we are lead by the Spirit of Jesus, something happens our witness counts the world sees our oneness.

In John the disciples account of Easter just prior to Jesus arrest, something is recorded that gives an understanding of Jesus and his relationship with God the Father and also with His followers that is mind boggling and gives an illustration of what Jesus sees His church being…its like His vision ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Prays For His Believing Church

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 30, 2009

Easter 7(C) - Our Savior Jesus Christ prays for his believing church to be united in his love so that it may share God’s glory.

JESUS PRAYS FOR HIS BELIEVING CHURCH (Outline) May 24, 2009 -- EASTER 7 -- John 17:20-26 INTRO: In the verses preceding our text Jesus prays for his disciples (cf. *Gospel). Our text states that Jesus prays for “them”. “Them” refers to Jesus’ disciples. Jesus prays for his disciples. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Open To Obedience Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 6, 2010

Jesus is the true sacrifice which we re-present in our worship; he is a perfect sacrifice of obedience to the Father's will

Monday of 32nd Week in Course November 8, 2010 Spirit of the Liturgy What the New American Bible calls “things that cause sin,” and the RSV translates “temptations to sin,” is the word skandala, which is lousy Greek but good Hebrew. The word “scandal” means a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Divine Intercession

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 14, 2010

The Prayer of Jesus (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Divine Intercession Reading: John chapter 17 verses 1-19 Ill: • One night a father heard his young daughter speaking, • Although she was alone in her room. • The door was open just enough; • That he could see that she was kneeling beside her bed in prayer. • Interested to find out what ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Brethren

The Man Who Should Never Have Been Born

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Judas (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: John chapter 17 verses 12: Ill: • On this day in 1605: • Thirteen young men planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament. • Among them was Britain's most notorious traitor, • A man called Guy Fawkes. • They rented a house next to Parliament;, dug a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:12

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus' Prayer For Himself (Part 1a) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2010

A sermon examining Jesus' High Priestly Prayer .

JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER Part 1a: Jesus’ Prayer For Himself John 17:1-5 It is the eve of the Crucifixion; Jesus and His Disciples have spent some time in the Upper Room celebrating the Passover Feast. Following the meal Jesus spent the next few hours giving some final instructions to His ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Prayer For Himself (Part 1b) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2010

A sermon examining Jesus' High Priestly Prayer.

JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Part 1b: Jesus’ Prayer For Himself) John 17:2 On the eve of the Crucifixion Jesus spent His final hours giving some important instructions to His closest followers. At some point (likely just before they arrived at Gethsemane) Jesus transitioned from teaching the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:2

Denomination: Baptist