John 10:17
10:17 This is why the Father loves me 1 – because I lay down my life, 2 so that I may take it back again.
John 13:37-38
13:37 Peter said to him, “Lord, why can’t I follow you now? I will lay down my life for you!” 3
13:38 Jesus answered, “Will you lay down your life for me? 4 I tell you the solemn truth, 5 the rooster will not crow until you have denied me three times!
1 tn Grk “Because of this the Father loves me.”
2 tn Or “die willingly.”
3 tn Or “I will die willingly for you.”
4 tn Or “Will you die willingly for me?”
5 tn Grk “Truly, truly, I say to you.”