Joseph Carroll reflects on John 17, emphasizing the significance of glorifying God and completing the work He has given us. He highlights Jesus' solemn acknowledgment of His impending crucifixion and His commitment to glorifying the Father through His life and ministry. Carroll challenges listeners to examine their own lives, asking whether they are truly glorifying God in their actions and fulfilling the divine purpose assigned to them. He shares personal anecdotes of individuals who chose to follow God's calling over worldly success, illustrating the cost of true discipleship. Ultimately, he urges the congregation to seek God's will and strive to be able to say, 'I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.'