Easter · Year C
Seventh Sunday of Easter
May 28, 2028
Overview & Insights
"That they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you." (John 17:21)
In the closing lines of his farewell prayer, Jesus prays not only for the disciples at the table but for everyone who will come to believe through their word, asking that they share the same oneness he has with the Father. He ends by naming the love that has always existed between Father and Son and asking that it now indwell his followers.
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Commentary on John 17:20-26 Working Preacher
Luther Seminary reading of Jesus' prayer for the unity of all who will come to believe through the disciples' word.
John 17:20-26 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed preaching commentary on unity with the Trinity as the ground of unity with one another.
John 17 Commentary: The High Priestly Prayer Enduring Word · David Guzik
Evangelical verse by verse study of Jesus' prayer for protection, joy, and unity among believers.
John 17 Commentary Precept Austin
Deep inductive digest with word study on being kept, sanctified, and made one in love.
John 17:20 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic commentators gathered on Jesus' prayer for those who will believe through the disciples' word.
Background & Word Study
John 17:20 Interlinear BibleHub
Greek text with parsing for the prayer that they may be one and the glory given and shared.
Gospel of John Overview, Chapters 13-21 BibleProject
Animated overview video placing this passage within its book's structure.
John - Enter the Bible Enter the Bible
Luther Seminary background course on John's authorship, purpose, and themes (background only).
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