The Glory Prayer of Jesus, Part 3: Cross and Kingdom

What does it mean to move beyond simple religious performance and enter into the fullness of Christ's kingdom?In this sermon on John 17:6–19, Part 3 of the Glory Prayer of Jesus series, Lead Pastor Neil McClendon examines the final prayer Jesus prayed with His disciples before His arrest. Pastor Neil highlights how Jesus "plays the long game" with His followers, relating to us not just where we currently struggle, but where we will be through His grace. The message contrasts the cycle of human effort, guilt, and religious determination with true kingdom freedom, showing how Christ continually prays for His people to be kept, filled with divine joy, protected from the evil one, and sanctified in the truth.In this episode, we cover:The Long Game of Jesus: Realizing how Christ sees our ultimate destination and patiently guides our growth.Moving from Cross to Kingdom: Transitioning out of a cycle of guilt and religious effort into kingdom intimacy and joyful rest.Kept by Divine Might: Discovering how God uses the fullness of His character and power to guard His people.Experiencing Divine Joy: Finding deep spiritual joy through obedience and intimacy with the Father.Sanctification in Truth: Understanding how being set apart in God's Word transforms our priorities and daily living.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube