How did Jesus "glorify" God on earth according to John 17:4? “I have glorified You on earth by accomplishing the work You gave Me to do.” What “glorify” means here • To reveal the Father’s majesty, character, and worth in visible, tangible ways • To cause others to recognize and honor God because of what they see in Christ How Jesus accomplished this on earth • Finishing the Assigned Mission – Every prophecy, every requirement, every step of obedience was completed (John 19:30; Hebrews 10:7). • Unbroken Obedience – “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work” (John 4:34). – He never sought His own agenda (John 5:30). • Revealing the Father’s Nature – “Whoever has seen Me has seen the Father” (John 14:9). – Compassion, holiness, truth, and love were put on display through His life and words. • Proclaiming the Father’s Name – He made God’s name known to His disciples (John 17:6). – Teaching, parables, and personal interactions showed what God is like. • Performing Mighty Works – Miracles authenticated His identity and pointed to the Father’s power (John 10:25, 38). • Laying Down His Life – The cross was the climactic act of obedience that magnified divine justice and grace (Philippians 2:8-11). • Rising and Preparing the New Creation – His resurrection sealed the work and proclaimed the Father’s victory (Romans 1:4). Takeaway Because Jesus perfectly completed every task the Father gave Him, the Father’s glory shone brightly on earth—and still does wherever His finished work is believed and proclaimed. |
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