John 17:19

"As you sent me into the world, even so I have sent them into the world."

Key Reflection

Jesus emphasizes his role as both sender and sent, illustrating a divine mission where he delegates authority to his followers, just as God delegated His purpose to Jesus. This mutual sending symbolizes the unity and continuity of their missions, reinforcing the idea that believers are extensions of Christ's ministry in the world.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 19. I sanctify myself. I consecrate myself exclusively to the service of God. The word sanctify does not refer here to personal sanctification, for he had no sin, but to setting himself apart entirely to the work of redemption. That they also, &c. 1st. That they might have an example of the proper manner of labouring in the ministry, and might learn of me how to discharge its duties. Ministers will understand their work best when they most faithfully study the example of their great model, the Son of God. 2nd. That they might be made pure by the effect of my sanctifying myself--that is, that they might be made pure by the shedding of that blood which cleanses from all sin.

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