The Teacher Becomes the Student - Nicodemus and New Birth

Summary

Pastor Joe Holder explores the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3:1-13, emphasizing the necessity of being born again to enter the kingdom of God. He explains Nicodemus' background as a Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin, and highlights Jesus' teaching that spiritual rebirth is a divine act from above, not achievable by human effort. The sermon underscores the role of the Spirit and cleansing water in regeneration and the importance of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit as evidence of God's kingdom in believers' lives.