28. So Jesus added, When you have lifted up the Son of Man [on the cross], you will realize (know, understand) that I am He [for Whom you look] and that I do nothing of Myself (of My own accord or on My own authority), but I say [exactly] what My Father has taught Me.
29. And He Who sent Me is ever with Me; My Father has not left Me alone, for I always do what pleases Him.
30. As He said these things, many believed in Him [trusted, relied on, and adhered to Him].
31. So Jesus said to those Jews who had believed in Him, If you abide in My word [hold fast to My teachings and live in accordance with them], you are truly My disciples.
32. And you will know the Truth, and the Truth will set you free.