In John 17:5, how can Jesus claim to share glory “before the world existed” if science shows the universe had a singular origin billions of years ago? Is Jesus the sole manifestation of God in Oneness?

And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began.

What does John 17:5 mean? This request completes the first portion of Jesus' High Priestly Prayer, in which He has prayed for Himself. The other Gospels—in circulation when John wrote this one—detailed Jesus' prayers in the garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36–46; Mark 14:32–42; Luke 22:39–46).

Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You, 2 as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given Him. 3 And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent. 4 I have glorified You on the earth.

5 And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had with thee before the world was. 6 I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world: thine they were, and thou gavest them me; and they have kept thy word.

chapter 17 The Prayer of Jesus. * 1 When Jesus had said this, he raised his eyes to heaven * and said, “Father, the hour has come. Give glory to your son, so that your son may glorify you, a 2 * just as you gave him authority over all people, b so that he …

Encouraging and challenging you to seek intimacy with God every day. And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began.

2025年3月1日 · John 17:5 invites readers into a deeper understanding of Jesus Christ and His relationship with God the Father. It highlights the importance of glory, intimacy with God, and purpose. As we reflect on this verse, let’s remember our …

What Does John 17:5 Mean? "Now, Father, glorify Me together with Yourself, with the glory which I had with You before the world was. Although Christ was fully God the Son, He lived His whole life in full submission to the indwelling Holy Spirit of God and in total dependence on God the Father, only doing those things which He heard from above.

2024年6月21日 · John 17:5 captures a poignant moment in Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer, a heartfelt conversation with the Father before His crucifixion. In this prayer, Jesus unveils His divine nature and mission, offering a glimpse into the profound intimacy between Him and God.