This gospel reading is taken from the great farewell discourse of Jesus.  This discourse explains the significance and the implications of his glorification.  Jesus is also preparing his disciples for his death.  Jesus' glorification requires that he return to his Father and his departure from the disciples.  This departure does not bring separation from his disciples but a deeper fellowship.  He will abide with them always in the Christian community - the body of Christ.

 I memorized this particular chapter of John several years ago.  It was particularly strengthening for me when I was in the hospital.  I was unable to read the lesson at one point but I placed my hand on my bible and repeated the words that I had memorized. 

 Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.