John 17:14

"But now I come to you, and I say these things in the world, that they may have my joy made full in themselves."

Key Reflection

In this passage, Jesus speaks about his mission to reveal God's will and truth to his disciples while still in the world, with the purpose of filling them with his joy. This highlights how Jesus desires for his followers to experience profound spiritual satisfaction and contentment through their understanding and obedience to his teachings.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 14. I have given them &c. See Joh 17:18. The world hath hated them. Joh 15:18-21. __________________________________________________________________

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