John 17:1 - Scofield Reference Notes

Bible Comments

glorify

Seven petitions:

(1) That Jesus may be glorified as the Son who has glorified the Father (John 17:1), (Philippians 2:9-11).

(2) for restoration to the eternal glory (John 17:5);

(3) for the safety of believers from

(a) the world (John 17:11)

(b) the evil one (John 17:15);

(4) for the sanctification of believers (John 17:17);

(5) for the spiritual unity of believers (John 17:21);

(6) that the world may believe (John 17:21);

(7) that believers may be with Him in heaven to behold and share His glory (John 17:24).

John 17:1

1 These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said,Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee: