John 17:20-26
And not for them only do I pray, but for them also who through their word shall believe in me. That they all may be one, as thou, Father, in me, and I in thee; that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. And the glory which thou hast given me, I have given to them: that, they may be one, as we also are one. I in them, and thou in me: that they may be made perfect in one: and the world may know that thou hast sent me and hast loved them, as thou hast also loved me. Father, I will that where I am, they also whom thou hast given me may be with me: that they may see my glory which thou hast given me, because thou hast loved me before the creation of the world. Just Father, the world hath not known thee: but I have known thee. And these have known that thou hast sent me. And I have made known thy name to them and will make it known: that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.
Jesus prays not only for His disciples but for all future believers. His desire is that His followers be united in love and truth. Christian unity is a powerful witness to the world because it reflects God’s own nature. This Gospel challenges us to overcome divisions and seek reconciliation wherever possible. By living in charity and humility, we participate in Christ’s prayer for unity. The more closely we draw to Him, the closer we grow to one another.