John 6:27

6:27 Do not work for the food that disappears, ¹  but for the food that remains to eternal life – the food ²  which the Son of Man will give to you. For God the Father has put his seal of approval on him.” ³ 

John 16:23

16:23 At that time ⁴  you will ask me nothing. I tell you the solemn truth, ⁵  whatever you ask the Father in my name he will give you. ⁶ 

[6:27]  ¹ tn Or “perishes” (this might refer to spoiling, but is more focused on the temporary nature of this kind of food).

[6:27]  ² tn The referent (the food) has been specified for clarity by repeating the word “food” from the previous clause.

[6:27]  ³ tn Grk “on this one.”

[16:23]  ⁴ tn Grk “And in that day.”

[16:23]  ⁵ tn Grk “Truly, truly, I say to you.”

[16:23]  ⁶ sn This statement is also found in John 15:16.