John 17:9

"for the words which you have given me I have given to them; and they received them, and knew for sure that I came from you. They have believed that you sent me."

Key Reflection

In these verses, Jesus affirms that he has faithfully communicated the divine words entrusted to him, ensuring his disciples understood their origin and significance. This belief in his mission, coming directly from God, strengthens their faith and confirms the validity of his teachings.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 9,10. I pray for them. In view of their dangers and trials, he sought the protection and blessing of God on them. His prayer was always answered. Not for the world. The term world here, as elsewhere, refers to wicked, rebellious, vicious men. The meaning of this expression here seems to be this: Jesus is praying for his disciples. As a reason why God should bless them, he says that they were not of the world; that they had been taken out of the world; that they belonged unto God. The petition was not offered for wicked, perverse, rebellious men, but for those who were the friends of God and were disposed to receive his favours.

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