Jesus Prays for Himself

I. Introduction

A. The Circumstances of the Prayer

B. The Structure of the Prayer
1. Christ Prays for Himself
2. Christ Prays for the Disciples
3. Christ Prays for the Church

II. Exposition

A. The Demeanor of Christ's Prayer
1. Reverential
2. Familial
3. Urgent
4. Audible

B. The Request Stated

C. The Reason Stated
1. The Glory He Shares
2. The Authority He Possesses
3. The Salvation He Grants
4. The Mission He Accomplished

D. The Request Repeated & Expanded

III. Application

A. Let Us Model the Lord's Demeanor in Prayer

B. Let Us Marvel at the Profound Condescension in Christ's Incarnation

C. Let us Make Known the Christ of the Bible