When we come to John 17 -- we are on holy ground. And it should not surprise us -- that on holy ground there is not mention of man's free will or any mention of meritorious works -- but instead -- all the glory goes to God alone.
Here we see Christ's heart as He communes with His Father on the eve of His sacrifice and speaks of the eternal decision to save a people for the sake of His Name.
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Excellent Sermon! I never realized there was so much about the doctrines of our faith here in this one prayer. I can see now it's a good place to show others important truths of the faith. I'm so glad to see the heart of Jesus in His prayer. Verses 20 through 26 are jaw dropping words, oh my, how can it be that God would love us as He loves His Son. I'm so very thankful for this sermon, and that it's here, on Sermon Audio, so I can hear it again and again, the Lord is good to His people, that can never be denied.
Pastor Steve came to Christ at the age of 11. He graduated from Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in 1979 with a B.A. in theology as the Valedictorian of his class. He joined our church in 1978, came on staff, full-time in 1980, was ordained as an Elder in 1982, and became...