In this next part of the conversation, we see Jesus speak of two sources for us to remain. We also see the seventh “I Am” statement. This is a passage about connection. Jesus says that He is the vine and we (the disciples and you and me) are the branches that are connected to vine. Let’s dive in. 

[1] At this point, Jesus and His disciples left the table and slowly made their way toward the Garden of Gethsemane. It is clear they did not immediately leave (John 18:1), but here began to. i. “Anyone who has tried to get a group of a dozen or so to leave a particular place at a particular time will appreciate that it usually takes more than one brief exhortation to accomplish this.” (Morris) ii. “Probably the rest of the discourse, and the prayer, chapter 17, were delivered when now all were standing ready to depart.” (Alford) iii. “Whether chapters 15-17 were spoken en route to Gethsemane or whether he and the disciples lingered while he finished the discussion is not plain.” (Tenney) - Enduring Word - https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/john-14/amp/ 

[2] The Gospel of John: Believe and Live by Elmer Towns 

[3] The NIV Application Commentary: John by Gary M. Burge 

[4] The 7 “I AM” statements are found in the Gospel of John. The statements are things that Jesus said in reference to Himself. 1. I am the bread of life (John 6:35) 2. I am the light of the world (John 8:12) 3. I am the gate (John 10:7) 4. I am the good shepherd (John 10:11) 5. I am the resurrection and the life (John 11:25) 6. I am the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6) 7. I am the true vine (John 15:1,5) 

[5] John 14:10-11 

[6] Jesus chooses disciples not simply so they would have the thrill of knowing they are chosen, but so that they would bear fruit that remains, to the glory of God the Father. - Enduring Word - https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/john-15/amp/