John 17:11

Arabic APD 2024 (كِتاب العَهد الجَّديد مِن الكِتاب المُقَدَّس)

أنا ما بَكون في الدُّنيا بَعَد دا، لَكِن هُم في الدُّنيا. و أنا جاي ليك. يا أبوي القُدّوس، أحفَظُم في إسمَك، الأدّيتُم لَي، عَشان يَكونو واحِد زي ما نِحنا واحِد.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from John 17, Jesus is speaking to God the Father just before his crucifixion. He asks that God protect those who believe in him and keep them united as one, just like Jesus and the Father are.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a group of friends, and your best friend is moving away but wants to make sure all of you stay close and don't get into trouble. Your friend asks your parents to look after everyone in the group so that you can be as close as ever. That's what Jesus is doing here—he’s asking God to take care of his followers.

Historical Background

John, one of Jesus' disciples, wrote this gospel around 90-100 AD, decades after Jesus' crucifixion. The audience was primarily early Christians who needed assurance and guidance about their faith. At that time, the Jewish community had largely rejected Christianity, leading to a need for spiritual unity among believers.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us of the importance of maintaining strong bonds within our communities or families. For instance, if you are part of a support group dealing with addiction recovery, remembering that we all belong under God’s protection and should strive to be united can strengthen your resolve and help each other through tough times.

Topics

• unity
• protection
• prayer
• community
• faith
• divine relationship

Related Verses

• John 10:27-30
• Ephesians 4:3-6
• Psalms 133:1
• Romans 8:35-39
• Matthew 28:19-20

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in John 17:11, and what are they asking for?

Jesus is the speaker here. He’s praying to God the Father for his followers' unity and divine protection as he leaves the world.

What does it mean when Jesus says 'keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me'?

This means that Jesus is asking God to protect believers in his name, recognizing them as part of his mission and inheritance from the Father.

How can we apply the message of John 17:11 to our own communities or families?

We can strive for unity and support each other within our groups, just as Jesus prayed that believers would be united under God’s protection.

Why is this verse important in the context of Christian faith?

This verse underscores the importance of unity among Christians and highlights Jesus' role in interceding for his followers, which emphasizes trust and reliance on divine guidance.