KJV ORIGINAL
At that day ye shall ask in my name: and I say not unto you, that I will pray the Father for you:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When that day comes, you'll be able to ask for things in my name. And here's the thing, I'm not even saying I'll have to ask the Father for you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus is giving you direct access, no middleman needed.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, Chapter 16, Jesus is speaking to His disciples during the Last Supper, as part of His farewell discourse before His arrest and crucifixion. He is explaining the coming of the Holy Spirit and how believers will pray directly to the Father in His name after His departure. This verse highlights the transition from Jesus' physical presence to a new era of direct access through His completed work.
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