Jesus therefore answered them, "Most assuredly, I tell you, the Son can do nothing of himself, but what he sees the Father doing. For whatever things he does, these the Son also does likewise.
      [1.] Christ's commission or delegation to the office of a judge, which is twice spoken of here (John 5:22; John 5:22): He hath committed all judgment to the Son; and again (John 5:27; John 5:27): he hath given him authority.