Thesis: Living in the world but not being of the world, as Jesus prayed for his disciples, is fundamental to achieving true happiness in a fallen world.
Introduction: How can we find true happiness in a world that often seems contrary to our values and beliefs?
1. Jesus reveals his disciples to the world (John 17:6). A. Jesus acknowledges his followers and sets them apart as distinct. B. This distinction is essential in understanding that followers of Christ are in the world but not of it. 2. Jesus prays for his disciples' protection from the evil one, amidst their non-conformity to the world (John 17:15). A. Christ’s petition for protection is a recognition of the inherent challenges and dangers of living a godly life in a secular society. B. This protective prayer emphasizes the necessity of divine safeguarding for true happiness and spiritual resilience. 3. Jesus sanctifies his followers through the truth; his word is truth (John 17:17). A. Sanctification through adherence to God’s word facilitates a transformative lifestyle consonant with true happiness. B. By living according to divine truth, believers can navigate the moral complexities of the modern world without losing their spiritual integrity.
Conclusion: To achieve true happiness, we must strive to live sanctified lives, protected under God's care, and distinct from worldly influences, as Jesus emphasized in his High Priestly Prayer. Let us then, day by day, aim to reflect more of Christ in our actions and choices, understanding that happiness found in him is both pure and everlasting.
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