You Must Be Born Again! John 3:1-15

Описание: Sermon | John 3:1-15 | Sunday Morning Service, December 28, 2025.

Preacher: Rocky Stevenson

What does Jesus really mean when He tells Nicodemus, “You must be born again”? In this sermon from John 3:1–15, we walk carefully through one of the most important conversations in Scripture and uncover the biblical meaning of new birth—being born from above.

Nicodemus comes to Jesus with knowledge, position, and religious credibility, yet Jesus immediately exposes his deepest need. Entry into the kingdom of God does not come through heritage, effort, or religious activity, but through a sovereign work of God by the Holy Spirit. Jesus explains this new birth using rich Old Testament imagery—water and Spirit, cleansing and renewal—rooted in God’s covenant promises (Ezekiel 36 | Titus 3:5).

The mystery of the Spirit’s work is illustrated through the wind: unseen, uncontrollable, yet undeniably powerful in its effects. But Jesus does not leave the conversation in mystery alone. He points Nicodemus to the heart of salvation—the Son of Man lifted up on the cross. Just as Israel looked to the bronze serpent and lived, so eternal life is given to all who believe in Christ crucified.

This sermon calls seekers, believers, and church leaders to examine whether they have truly been born from above, to trust wholly in Christ’s finished work, and to live in dependence on the Spirit who gives life.

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