Better Stories Ministries Podcast

In this episode, we focus on John 17:11b–19, where Jesus prays for His disciples as they remain in a fallen and hostile world. Jesus’ prayer reveals two powerful requests to the Father: to protect His followers from the evil one and to sanctify them in truth. We explore what it means to be guarded by God’s power, set apart for His mission, and sent into the world to point others to salvation in Christ. Join us as we reflect on how Jesus’ mission shapes our posture toward the world—not to avoid, assimilate, or condemn, but to engage missionally with reliance on the Father.

In this episode, we explore John 17:6–11a, where Jesus prays for His disciples in the midst of His final moments with them. This prayer reveals Jesus as the Good Shepherd, entrusting His followers to the Father and emphasizing their unique calling to glorify God through their lives. We’ll unpack themes of God’s sovereignty, the mission of discipleship, and the call to live as people rescued from the world. Join us as we reflect on how Jesus’ prayer guides us to depend on God’s protection and remain rooted in His truth, both individually and collectively.

In this episode, we examine John 17:1–5, where Jesus prays for Himself and reveals His glory in a powerful way. We’ll explore how this prayer connects His earthly mission to the ultimate demonstration of His majesty through the cross. Together, we’ll reflect on the meaning of God’s glory, the authority of Jesus, and how His work shapes our understanding of eternal life. This conversation offers a fresh perspective on how Christ’s glory challenges conventional ideas of power and justice.