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How does Jesus's prayer in John 17 reflect His character?

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Jesus's prayer demonstrates His intimate relationship with the Father and His love and commitment to His people.

In John 17, we see a profound expression of Jesus's character as both fully divine and deeply relational. He begins the prayer by addressing God as 'Father,' indicating the close nature of their relationship. His plea for the Father's protection and sanctification of His followers illustrates His ongoing concern for their spiritual well-being. Furthermore, He expresses the glory that He received from the Father and His desire for believers to share in that glory, which shows His intention to bring us into union with Him and with one another. His prayer is both a model of how we relate to God and an affirmation of His love for His people, emphasizing that He intercedes for us and desires our ultimate good.
Scripture References: John 17:1-5, John 17:11, John 17:22-23

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