27. But they still didn’t understand that he was talking about his Father.
28. So Jesus said, “When you have lifted up the Son of Man on the cross, then you will understand that i am he. I do nothing on my own but say only what the Father taught me.
29. And the one who sent me is with me—he has not deserted me. For I always do what pleases him.”
30. Then many who heard him say these things believed in him.
31. Jesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings.
32. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
33. “But we are descendants of Abraham,” they said. “We have never been slaves to anyone. What do you mean, ‘You will be set free’?”
34. Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave of sin.
35. A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever.
36. So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.
37. Yes, I realize that you are descendants of Abraham. And yet some of you are trying to kill me because there’s no room in your hearts for my message.