Day 104: The Priestly Prayer of Jesus (2026)
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On Day 104 of 'The Bible in a Year' podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz leads listeners through the pivotal events of Jesus' final night: the Last Supper, the High Priestly Prayer in John 17, and the arrest, trial, and denial of Jesus. The episode centers on the profound intimacy and sacrificial love revealed in Jesus’ prayer for His disciples and all future believers. Fr. Mike emphasizes that Jesus does not promise a life free from suffering but instead offers peace through His victory over the world. He highlights the shocking contrast between Jesus—the true Son of the Father—and Barabbas, whose name ironically means 'son of the father,' symbolizing humanity’s recurring choice of counterfeit substitutes over the real. The episode closes with a powerful reflection on the modern crisis of truth, as Pilate’s question 'What is truth?' echoes through today’s relativistic culture. Fr. Mike calls listeners to choose the true Son of the Father, recognizing that Jesus’ humiliation and death were for their salvation and the Father’s glory.
Jesus promises peace not by removing suffering, but by overcoming the world through His sacrifice.
The High Priestly Prayer reveals Jesus’ deep intercession for all believers, including you and me today.
We are called to reject counterfeit 'sons of the father'—like Barabbas, symbolizing false idols—and choose the true Son of God.
Truth is not relative; Jesus claims to be the way, the truth, and the life, and those who are of the truth hear His voice.
The world’s rejection of Jesus mirrors our own daily choices—will we choose Christ or the things that promise fulfillment but ultimately betray us?
Introduction and Context: The Final Night of Jesus
Fr. Mike introduces the episode, setting the stage for reading from John 16–18 and Proverbs 6:12–15. He emphasizes the sacred privilege of walking with Jesus during His final hours and invites listeners to follow along using the Great Adventure Bible timeline.
Jesus' Promise of Peace Amid Tribulation
“In the world you will have tribulation. But be of good cheer because I have overcome the world.”
The High Priestly Prayer: Jesus Prays for Us
“I do not pray for these only, but also for those who believe in me through their word, that they may all be one.”
The Arrest, Denial, and Trial of Jesus
“They chose what we choose. And here's Barabbas who was a robber... we choose the Barabbas instead of choosing the son of the father.”
The Question of Truth and a Call to Choose Christ
“God, we ask you to please help us, help us to choose you this day and every day, help us to draw close to you.”
“In the world you will have tribulation. But be of good cheer because I have overcome the world.”
“I do not pray for these only, but also for those who believe in me through their word, that they may all be one.”
“They chose what we choose. And here's Barabbas who was a robber... we choose the Barabbas instead of choosing the son of the father.”
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