John 15:17
"You didn’t choose me, but I chose you and appointed you, that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain; that whatever you will ask of the Father in my name, he may give it to you."
Key Reflection
In this passage, Jesus emphasizes his initiative in selecting his disciples, highlighting a divine election rather than human choice. By choosing them and sending them forth, Jesus ensures both productive ministry and lasting impact, assuring them that their prayers in His name will be answered by the Father.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes