John 17:4-5
What is written? (ESV)
I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do. And now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had with you before the world existed.
What does it say?
I [Jesus] glorified you [God] on earth and accomplished all that you gave me to do. Now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the same glory that I had with you before the world existed.
What is its immediate context?
Jesus’ prayer in his final hours on earth, sometimes referred to as the “High Priestly Prayer.” He addresses it to God, the Father, and prays for His disciples, particularly the apostles, and for all “those who will believe in me through their word.” (vs 20)
How John 17:4-5 is applied across Bible answers
Did Jesus accomplish all that He came to do?
Jesus confessed to God that He had accomplished all that God had given Him to do on earth.
