A Prayer For Glory

In John 17, we are given a sacred glimpse into the prayer life of Jesus as He approaches the cross. And what we find is not merely a prayer for relief, comfort, or escape, but a prayer that the glory of God would be seen in His suffering, in His people, and ultimately in eternity.

In this sermon, we consider what it means to pray with the desires of Christ. Our prayers often focus on the removal of sickness, conflict, burdens, and pain, and there is a biblical place for bringing those things to God. But Jesus teaches us to pray for something deeper: that God would glorify His name in all things. Through John 17, we see Christ pray for His own glorification, for the sanctification and unity of His people, and for the day when His people will behold His eternal glory face to face.

Our highest desire should be the glory of God. And if that becomes the controlling desire of our hearts, it will change the way we suffer, the way we pray, the way we live, and the way we long for eternity.