Published by Vince Baker Ministries · · Scripture references link to the KJV
Why did Jesus speak to Nicodemus about a new birth?
Nicodemus came to Jesus as a teacher who recognized that God was at work through Him. Jesus directed the conversation to the need to be born again. Religious knowledge and standing did not settle the question. Nicodemus needed the life that the Spirit gives. Read John 3:1–8 and notice how Jesus describes both the necessity and the mystery of that work.
Where does assurance begin?
John 3:14–18 turns attention to the Son who is lifted up and to God’s love in giving Him. First John 5:11–13 explains the purpose of the writer’s testimony about eternal life. Assurance begins with trusting the Son and the testimony God gives about Him. When uncertainty returns, bring the question back to these passages and speak with a mature believer who can read them with you.
How does new life become visible?
Ephesians 2:8–10 puts grace, faith, and good works in a clear order. Salvation is God’s gift, and the life He creates is directed toward doing good. Look for growing repentance, love, and obedience as the fruit of life with Christ. Those things develop through a continuing relationship with Him, supported by prayer, Scripture, and the care of a local church.
A first step you can take today
Read John 3:14–21 slowly. Tell God honestly what you believe and where you need help. Ask a trusted pastor or believer to talk through the passage, then choose a practical response to Jesus’ teaching. You might ask forgiveness, begin reading a Gospel, or arrange to meet with other Christians. Use Faith Secrets as a companion for studying the response of faith, keeping the Bible passage at the center.
Read the Scripture passages
- John 3:1-21 · KJV
- 1 John 5:11-13 · KJV
- Ephesians 2:8-10 · KJV
