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What does Jesus teach about His intercession for believers?

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Jesus teaches that He intercedes for His followers, ensuring their safety and perseverance.

In John 17, often referred to as the High Priestly Prayer, Jesus explicitly intercedes for His disciples, demonstrating His role as their advocate before the Father. He prays not for the world but for those given to Him, affirming their identity as His own. This intercessory prayer reflects His commitment to their spiritual welfare as He states in verses 11 and 12 that He has kept them safe, declaring 'none of them is lost except the son of perdition.' This indicates that while genuine believers are secure in their salvation, those like Judas are not indicative of true faith. Thus, Jesus' intercession serves as a divine assurance that believers will be kept in faith and ultimately preserved for eternal life.
Scripture References: John 17:11-12, Hebrews 7:25

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