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John 3:1-21. English Standard Version. You Must Be Born Again. 3 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus[ a]by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.” 3 Jesus answered him ...
- John 3:1-21 NIV
3 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the...
- John 3,John 11,John 14 NIV
3 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the...
- John 3:1-21 NIV
- Who Was Nicodemus in The Bible?
- What Did Nicodemus Ask Jesus and Why?
- What Does Nicodemus Demonstrate About Faith?
- Why Does The Bible Address Being Born Again?
Nicodemus, a name in Greekwhich means, “victory of the people,” was a member of the Sanhedrin, a regional body of religious leaders and Jewish scholars charged with handling matters of Jewish law and religion. As a member of this body, Nicodemus would have been a well-educated, privileged, and influential man, responsible for knowing about any teac...
To Nicodemus’ initial statement, Jesus responded, “truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:2). This response clearly befuddled the inquisitive Pharisee, who quickly asked, “how can a man be born when he is old? He cannot enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born, can he?” (John 3:...
Nicodemus, however, came curious and eager to learn more about Jesus' teachings. His heart had been stirred and mind challenged, and as is true to Scripture, those who seek the Lord and answers to the mysteries of his kingdom will not be disappointed (Jeremiah 29:13, Deuteronomy 4:29, Luke 11:9). While Jesus may have gently admonished Nicodemus, a ...
Jesus spoke of being “born again” to explain what must happen in the heart, mind, and soul of the believer who is transformed by the grace and forgiveness of God. Birth is the beginning of all life, and to be born of the Spirit, one must start at the foot of the cross. John the Baptist heralded Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the...
May 14, 2024 · During this conversation, Jesus speaks to Nicodemus about the necessity of being "born again" to see the Kingdom of God, leading to one of the most famous verses in the Bible, John 3:16. Nicodemus appears puzzled by Jesus' teachings about spiritual rebirth, demonstrating a contrast between earthly understanding and spiritual insight.
Jan 4, 2022 · In their conversation, Jesus immediately confronts Nicodemus with the truth that he “must be born again” (John 3:3). When Nicodemus seems incredulous, Jesus reprimands him (perhaps gently) that, since he is a leader of the Jews, he should already know this (John 3:10).
Aug 19, 2004 · The implication is clear: Unless Nicodemus is reborn from above, he will not see the kingdom of God. Here is a man who thinks he has reserved seats on the 50 yard line of heaven. Jesus tells him that he is not even going to get into heaven as he is. He first must be born again, from above. Nicodemus Takes Jesus Literally (3:4)
