43. "Why aren't my words clear to you? Because you can't really hear what I say.
44. You belong to your father, the devil. You want to obey your father's wishes. "From the beginning, the devil was a murderer. He has never obeyed the truth. There is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his natural language. He does this because he is a liar. He is the father of lies.
45. "But because I tell the truth, you don't believe me!
46. Can any of you prove I am guilty of sinning? Am I not telling the truth? Then why don't you believe me?
47. "Everyone who belongs to God hears what God says. The reason you don't hear is that you don't belong to God."
48. The Jews answered Jesus, "Aren't we right when we say you are a Samaritan? Aren't you controlled by a demon?"
49. "I am not controlled by a demon," said Jesus. "I honor my Father. You do not honor me.
50. I am not seeking glory for myself. But there is One who brings glory to me. He is the judge.
51. What I'm about to tell you is true. Anyone who obeys my word will never die."