Gospel Outreach International

This Bible study reveals Jesus as more than just a historical figure - He’s a transformative spiritual force. We consider the encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus. What does it truly mean to be “born again,” and how can we discern spiritual truth in a world of complexity and confusion?

And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, John 3:14

• Nicodemus was a prominent Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin who approached Jesus secretly at night
• Five major religious groups existed during the New Testament period: Pharisees, Sadducees, Herodians, Zealots, and Scribes
• Being “born again” represents both physical and spiritual birth
• Jesus came to save the world, not to judge it
• Spiritual discernment is crucial in understanding biblical truth
• Christians are called to be “lights” in the world, revealing spiritual truth

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. John 3:17

From Nicodemus’s nighttime visit to the profound concept of spiritual rebirth, we’re reminded that Jesus comes to bring light, salvation, and a radical invitation to a new way of living. His mission isn’t about condemnation, but about offering hope, grace, and an opportunity to truly understand God’s love.