John 14:12-16

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on John 14:12-16

12Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever believes in Me will also do the works that I am doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father.
13And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
14If you ask Me for anything in My name, I will do it.
15If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.
16And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever —
— John 14:12-16

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