Why did Y’shu’ah (Yahshua) pray if He was divine? Was it a contradiction or a profound revelation of His mission? His prayers offer a glimpse into the mystery of the incarnation—how He, fully Elohim, took on humanity to fulfill the Father’s plan. Through humility and obedience, Y’shu’ah exemplified how we should live, aligning our lives with Elohim’s will. Dive into Scripture and uncover how Y’shu’ah’s prayers reveal the ultimate call to become the tabernacle of Elohim, united in purpose and embodying His glory. The act of Y’shu’ah (Yahshua) praying to the Father is not a contradiction of His divinity but a profound revelation of His mission and nature. It underscores His humility, humanity, and divine role within the plan of salvation. In this study, we explore the depths of His prayers, the relationship between the Father and the Son, and the intricate balance of divinity and humanity embodied in the Messiah. By examining Scripture, we uncover the true meaning behind His intercession, submission, and the call to become the dwelling place of Elohim. The Context of Y’shu’ah’s Prayers: Humility in Action
1. The Incarnation: A Divine Mission of Humility
Y’shu’ah’s prayers reflect His dual nature—fully divine yet fully human. By taking on human form, He willingly chose to experience the limitations of humanity.
Philippians 2:6-8:
“[Y’shu’ah], being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.”
This act of humility underscores that His prayers were an essential part of His earthly mission. As a man, He depended on the Father, yet as Elohim, He fulfilled the divine plan.
2. The Purpose Behind Y’shu’ah’s Prayers
A. Obedience to the Father’s Will
Y’shu’ah’s ultimate goal was to align perfectly with the Father’s will.
John 6:38:
“For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.”
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Y’shu’ah’s prayer captures the tension between His humanity and divinity:
Matthew 26:39:
“My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will.”
His submission, even in the face of immense suffering, exemplifies ultimate obedience.
B. Intercession for Humanity
Y’shu’ah prayed not just for Himself but also for His followers.
Luke 22:32:
“But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail.”
Even now, He intercedes for believers:
Hebrews 7:25:
“Therefore He is also able to save to the uttermost those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them.”
John 17: The High Priestly Prayer
A. Glorification and Preexistence
In John 17, Y’shu’ah prays for His glorification and acknowledges His preexistence:
John 17:5:
“And now, O Father, glorify Me together with Yourself, with the glory which I had with You before the world was.”
This verse highlights His divine nature and the temporary nature of His earthly mission.
B. Establishing the Assembly as Elohim’s Dwelling Place
Y’shu’ah’s prayer focuses on unity among believers, reflecting the purpose of the Ekklēsia (assembly).
John 17:21:
“That they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me.”
This unity transforms believers into the dwelling place of Elohim’s Spirit.
The Tabernacle Concept: Dwelling with Elohim
1. Y’shu’ah as the Tabernacle of Elohim
Colossians 1:15:
“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.”
Y’shu’ah, as the physical manifestation of Elohim, exemplifies how Elohim dwells among His people.
2. Believers as the Tabernacle
Through the Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit), believers become Elohim’s dwelling place.
1 Corinthians 3:16:
“Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?”
Ephesians 2:22:
“In whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit.”
Misconceptions Addressed
A. “Y’shu’ah praying proves He isn’t divine.”
False: His prayers reflect His human experience, not a denial of His divinity. As Elohim in the flesh, He prayed to demonstrate dependence and obedience for humanity to emulate.
B. “Y’shu’ah and the Father are separate beings.”
False: Y’shu’ah and the Father are distinct in role but unified in essence.
John 10:30:
“I and the Father are one.”
Lessons from Y’shu’ah’s Prayer Life
1. Dependence on Elohim
If Y’shu’ah, the Son of Elohim, prayed, how much more should we?
2. Submission to Elohim’s Will
Y’shu’ah modeled perfect obedience, showing us how to align our will with Elohim’s plan.
3. Intercession for Others
Y’shu’ah’s prayers remind us of our role to lift others in prayer, reflecting Elohim’s love and mercy.
Conclusion: The Call to Reflect Y’shu’ah
Y’shu’ah’s prayers reveal the depth of His mission, His unity with the Father, and His role as the ultimate example for humanity. By lowering Himself to dwell among us, He demonstrated how we are to live as the dwelling place of Elohim’s Spirit.
Let us follow His example—living in humility, obedience, and unity as we become the tabernacle of Elohim’s presence in this world. As Y’shu’ah prayed in John 17, may we also be one with Him, reflecting His glory and truth to a world in need. #Yahshua #Incarnation #Messiah #PrayerLife #UnityInChrist #Ekklesia #ScripturalTruth #DwellingPlaceOfGod #FaithfulObedience #Ephraimscry #GregWitter
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