John 16:23-27

23When that day arrives, you will not ask me for anything. I tell you this: The Father will help you with anything that you ask him for in my name.

24Until now, you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask God, and you will receive what you ask for. Then you will be completely happy.

25I have spoken to you with words and stories that are like pictures. But there will be a time when I will not speak like that any more. Instead, I will speak clearly to you about the Father.

26When that day arrives, you yourselves will ask the Father in my name. I do not say that I will ask the Father on your behalf.

27I will not need to do that, because the Father himself loves you. He loves you because you love me, and you have believed that I came from God.