15/5 - Thy Kingdom Come - John 17:20-26
Some questions that came out from our Zoom time this morning as we reflected on John 17:20–26…
We were struck by the opening words of Jesus’ prayer — that even before we were born, Jesus was already praying for those who would come to believe in Him. How does it encourage you to know that Jesus was praying for you even then?
Jesus speaks about people believing “through their message.” How might this encourage us when we find it difficult to speak openly about our faith, especially in places like work, schools, or the NHS?
We reflected on the truth that God can work through us even when our words feel inadequate. Have there been moments where you have seen God use small acts of faithfulness, kindness, or presence to point others towards Him?
Jesus prays “that all of them may be one.” What does genuine Christian unity look like in everyday life — not just in churches, but in workplaces, hospitals, schools, and communities?
We talked about what “complete unity” might look like within our care systems and public services. How could Christians working together help reveal God’s love and compassion more clearly to others?
Jesus says that unity has a purpose: “so that the world may believe.” Why do you think unity among Christians matters so deeply for sharing the gospel?
At the same time, we recognised that the church is not yet perfectly united — and yet God still continues to work powerfully through His people. How does that give us hope and patience?
We heard a story of someone experiencing a vision of Jesus walking the hospital wards. How does the thought of Jesus being present in places of suffering, stress, and care encourage you?
Jesus speaks about the love of the Father being in us. What difference would it make if we truly believed that God loves us with the same love He has for His Son?
The prayer ends with Jesus desiring that His people would be with Him and see His glory. How does keeping eternity and the hope of Christ before us shape the way we live today?
We finished by spending some time praying for Hospitals, Care Homes, Doctors, Nurses and Support Staff.
