Jesus in his earthly ministry had total dependence on God the Father. According to John 5:19, Jesus could do nothing without the Father. He knew his time on earth was coming to an end and it was important for him to prepare his disciples on what was to come. He needed them to first understand that he would be their source; he was their helper and without him they will not be able to “bear fruit” or in other words, fulfill the will of the Father. Therefore, it is very important that we seek Jesus through the reading of scripture and prayer so that we will “bear fruit”.