2. Sergey Pushnik

3. The Setting and the Wonder of the New Birth (v. 1-6) Nicodemus comes to Jesus by Night He believes that Jesus is sent by God Jesus makes a revolutionary statement

4. The Description of the New Birth (v.5-9) Water is involved in the new birth – Referring to John’s and Jesus’ baptism – Other New Testament passages Titus 3:5 Mark 16:15-16 Acts 16:22 Acts 2:38,41

5. The Description of the New Birth (v.5-9) Water is involved in the new birth The Holy Spirit is involved in the new birth – His message pricks men’s hearts – His inspired word brings birth – Bottom line: It is spiritual, not physical

6. Jesus’ Gentle Rebukes v.7 “You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.” v.10 “You are a teacher of Israel and do not understand these things?” v.12 “I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe.”

7. The Pharisees Refused New Birth Matthew 21:25-26 Mark 11:29-33 Luke 20:3-8 Luke 7:29-30

8. The New Sergey Pushnik