John 16:26

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

At that time you will ask Him [i.e., for things in prayer], in my name; I do not say that I will ask the Father for you,

Cross References

Romans 8:34

Who condemns [us]? Certainly not Jesus, for He is the One who died [i.e., to save us], and what is more, He was raised from the dead and is [now] at the right side of God. He also goes [to God] on our behalf [i.e., as we pray].

John 17:24

“Father, I want those you gave me [i.e., the apostles, see verse 6] to be with me where I am [going], so they will see my splendor [i.e., in heaven], which you have given me, for you loved me before the creation of the world.

John 17:19

And for their sakes I dedicate myself [to you] so that they themselves also may be truly dedicated [to you].

John 17:9

I am praying for them [i.e., the apostles]; I am not praying for the world, but for those whom you gave me, who belong to you.

John 16:23

At that time [i.e., after my resurrection], you will not be asking me [for] anything. Truly, truly, I tell you, if you will ask the Father for anything [then], in my name [i.e., by my authority], He will give it to you.

John 14:16

“And I will ask the Father and He will give you another Helper [i.e., besides me], who will be with you forever.

John 14:20

When that day comes [i.e., after His ascension (?)], you will know that I am in [fellowship with] the Father, and that you are in [fellowship with] me, and that I am in you [i.e., through the Holy Spirit].

John 16:19

Jesus sensed that the disciples wanted to ask Him a question, so He said to them, “Are you discussing among yourselves my saying ‘After a little while [longer] you will not see me. Then, a little while [later] you will see me again’?

John 16:30

Now we realize that you know everything and do not need anyone to ask you [questions]. This makes us believe that you came from God.”