Nicodemus was a Pharisee and an important Jewish leader and teacher who visited Jesus at night to ask questions. Among other things, Jesus told Nicodemus that he must be “born again” to enter the kingdom of God. Being “born again” means having a new beginning with the Holy Spirit, God and Jesus.
Jesus explained that the physical world is what we see, but the spiritual world is unseen. We do not see the Spirit but we see what he does in the lives of people.
Jesus explains that he is the one God has sent from heaven to earth.
The conclusion is a commentary on the salvation made possible through Jesus. Nicodemus came in darkness, but he learned that Jesus is the light of the world.
Bible verses used in this episode:
John 3:1-21
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Bible Lesson: Jesus Teaches Nicodemus
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