There is Joy in Knowing Jesus and there is no other name in Heaven by which we must be saved.
Born Again
The Savior, Jesus Christ of Nazareth, is the one who used the term "born again".
The Savior, Jesus Christ of Nazareth, is the one who used the term "born again".
Jesus told the world through this meeting with Nicodemus we need to be born spiritually after being born physically if we are to see the kingdom of God!
Don't like the term born again? I understand; but as we read the words of Jesus we discover God's truths.
The terms born anew, or born again have been around a lot longer than most of us may think.
Power Scripture The Gospel of John, Chapter 3, verse 7
"Do not marvel that I said to you, You must be born again!" NKJV
Minister John Knapp's message
In order to grasp truth in scripture and to protect ourselves from misunderstanding or a wrong application use of any bible reference it is important that we read God's word "in context".
This means reading the scripture reference completely including verses before and after so that the full word picture is developed.
Note that Jesus introduces two kinds of birth and then clarifies their meaning by repeating the simplicity of his teaching:
A. First there is physical birth.
B. After physical birth then is the opportunity to be born anew / born again by spiritual birth.
As we read from verse 1, chapter 3 through verse 21 we come across one of the most important life potentially changing sections of the entire bible.
Through the Word of God, The Bible, Jesus brings us Life, Hope and Joy.
If you are uncertain that you have been born spiritually and desire to receive new life, the second birth through Jesus, then then this is your appointed time to be born spiritually:
Believe the words of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, and just accept His free gift of forgiveness and true life as He is recorded as saying to Nicodemus in the book of John. ( Jn. 3:16,17 )
Simply call out to Jesus and in your own way of speaking just invite Him into your life, thanking Him for His blood sacrifice, paid for you as the perfect Lamb of God, suffering and dying for you.
Let Him know that you believe in Him as Savior for all who believe and receive.
Thank Him for His forgiving love for all who ask.
Thank him for new life.
The new life is a spiritual birth that only God can give; a complete new life awakens in Him.
This is The New Birth.
To better understand your new life and communication with God through Jesus learn from your bible and find a local christian church that teaches from the bible.
I invite you to start with the book of John, right from the beginning, asking God to open your eyes and inner being to understand what you read. ( The spiritually dead do not comprehend God's Word.)
Find a ministry that teaches God as Father; Son; Holy Spirit.
You may find it difficult to get started at going to church on a regular schedule; but just do it and you will grow with love, knowledge and understanding.
Soon you will be sharing God's word with others and bring life to others around you.
John 3:16-17 Memorize this, now:
16. For God so loved the world that he gave his only born (begotten) son, that whosoever (that's you and that's me) believes in him should not perish; but have everlasting life.
(not just the earthly physical life that we know is temporary and is also spiritually dead.)
17. For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world;
but that the world through him might be saved.
( In other words we have only a decision to make. The offer of God's love is there; the price is already paid; His gift of new life in Jesus is available to all who ask.)
Our Own Method or I'll Do It My Way
Do not accept the words of Jesus and continue to attempt replacing the gift of salvation through Jesus the Savior with your own method of living and trust upon your own self goodness to prove an upcoming court case to God that you are good enough to not need Jesus forgiveness and see if you win your case without the forgiving grace of Jesus who suffered and sacrificed Himself as the penalty for your sin.
Existing / New Christian
As a saved one,; alive in Jesus, a Christian, share the gift of life and love in Jesus with others...even if to just one single person today for a start.
Hopefully you have taken the spiritual action that brings life and Joy for you and for others, in the name of Jesus.
You are encouraged to attend a local church in your area of the world, and if possible get involved with a Christian bible study.
If confused with local churches may I recommend a visit to a Calvary Chapel in your area.
Article by pastor John Knapp
Gospel Joy Christian
www.gospeljoychristian.com
Web Hosting by IPOWER
Don't like the term born again? I understand; but as we read the words of Jesus we discover God's truths.
The terms born anew, or born again have been around a lot longer than most of us may think.
Power Scripture The Gospel of John, Chapter 3, verse 7
"Do not marvel that I said to you, You must be born again!" NKJV
Minister John Knapp's message
In order to grasp truth in scripture and to protect ourselves from misunderstanding or a wrong application use of any bible reference it is important that we read God's word "in context".
This means reading the scripture reference completely including verses before and after so that the full word picture is developed.
Note that Jesus introduces two kinds of birth and then clarifies their meaning by repeating the simplicity of his teaching:
A. First there is physical birth.
B. After physical birth then is the opportunity to be born anew / born again by spiritual birth.
As we read from verse 1, chapter 3 through verse 21 we come across one of the most important life potentially changing sections of the entire bible.
Through the Word of God, The Bible, Jesus brings us Life, Hope and Joy.
If you are uncertain that you have been born spiritually and desire to receive new life, the second birth through Jesus, then then this is your appointed time to be born spiritually:
Believe the words of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, and just accept His free gift of forgiveness and true life as He is recorded as saying to Nicodemus in the book of John. ( Jn. 3:16,17 )
Simply call out to Jesus and in your own way of speaking just invite Him into your life, thanking Him for His blood sacrifice, paid for you as the perfect Lamb of God, suffering and dying for you.
Let Him know that you believe in Him as Savior for all who believe and receive.
Thank Him for His forgiving love for all who ask.
Thank him for new life.
The new life is a spiritual birth that only God can give; a complete new life awakens in Him.
This is The New Birth.
To better understand your new life and communication with God through Jesus learn from your bible and find a local christian church that teaches from the bible.
I invite you to start with the book of John, right from the beginning, asking God to open your eyes and inner being to understand what you read. ( The spiritually dead do not comprehend God's Word.)
Find a ministry that teaches God as Father; Son; Holy Spirit.
You may find it difficult to get started at going to church on a regular schedule; but just do it and you will grow with love, knowledge and understanding.
Soon you will be sharing God's word with others and bring life to others around you.
John 3:16-17 Memorize this, now:
16. For God so loved the world that he gave his only born (begotten) son, that whosoever (that's you and that's me) believes in him should not perish; but have everlasting life.
(not just the earthly physical life that we know is temporary and is also spiritually dead.)
17. For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world;
but that the world through him might be saved.
( In other words we have only a decision to make. The offer of God's love is there; the price is already paid; His gift of new life in Jesus is available to all who ask.)
Our Own Method or I'll Do It My Way
Do not accept the words of Jesus and continue to attempt replacing the gift of salvation through Jesus the Savior with your own method of living and trust upon your own self goodness to prove an upcoming court case to God that you are good enough to not need Jesus forgiveness and see if you win your case without the forgiving grace of Jesus who suffered and sacrificed Himself as the penalty for your sin.
Existing / New Christian
As a saved one,; alive in Jesus, a Christian, share the gift of life and love in Jesus with others...even if to just one single person today for a start.
Hopefully you have taken the spiritual action that brings life and Joy for you and for others, in the name of Jesus.
You are encouraged to attend a local church in your area of the world, and if possible get involved with a Christian bible study.
If confused with local churches may I recommend a visit to a Calvary Chapel in your area.
Article by pastor John Knapp
Gospel Joy Christian
www.gospeljoychristian.com
Web Hosting by IPOWER