Every human being is searching for glory—something weighty, something lasting, something that gives life meaning. But in John 17, Jesus reveals that the glory we were made for isn’t something we can earn. Rather, it’s something that must be received. On the eve of his crucifixion, Jesus prays not for comfort or escape, but for the Father’s glory. And in doing so, He shows us a better way to live, to pray, and to find peace.
This sermon explores three truths from Jesus’ prayer: that we are invited to go to the Father, to seek his glory above our own, and to approach Him in the name of Jesus. The glory of God is not distant or impersonal. It is revealed in the Son who gave Himself for us. He became our substitute—bearing our shame, securing our worth, and granting us access to the Father.
If you’ve been chasing significance and still feel empty, the gospel offers something far better. In Christ, you are not only forgiven; you are known, loved, and made new. The glory you were made for is not found in success, approval, or control. It’s found in the presence of God. And Jesus makes the way.
