John 17:16 They are not of the world, even as I am not of it.
What strikes me about today’s verses is the short, choppy nature of each verse. Brief. Staccato. Sharp. Was Jesus emphasizing His point? Was He in a hurry to say all He needed and wanted to say?
John 17:17 Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.
His pattern here is truth, prayer, truth, truth. It’s not fancy. It’s not elaborate. But He said everything He needed to say, submitted His request before God. I can learn a lot from this prayer.
John 17:18 As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world.
Lord, Thank You for continuing to reveal Your truth to me. Thank You that I don’t have to be overly elaborate or fancy when I come to You in prayer. I need to be honest, open, humble, direct. Thank You. Amen.
John 17:19 For them I sanctify myself, that they too may be truly sanctified.
Have a blessed day.