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Insights on Christ's Ministry: John 3:1-36

Delve into the beginning of Christ's ministry as described in John 3:1-36. Explore themes of signs, the Kingdom of God, and being born again through insightful references and contrasts with other biblical passages. Discover the spiritual transformation and renewal associated with the teachings of Jesus.

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Insights on Christ's Ministry: John 3:1-36

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  1. Lesson 4: The Beginning of Christ’s MinistryJohn 3:1-36

  2. John 2:13 Now the Passover of the Jews was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. http://www.bible-history.com/maps/images/john-jesus-capernaun-to-jerusalem.jpg

  3. “What Sign Do You Show Us?” • John 2:18-22 • Jeremiah 7:9-11, 17-23 (Mark 11:17) • Verse 19, “Jesus answered and said to them ‘Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.’” • Contrast : John 6:25-33 • Matthew 12:38-41 (16:4)

  4. John 3:2 • “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.” • Nicodemus references the signs (John 2:23)

  5. The Kingdom of God • John 3:3 • The Jewish people were expecting and anticipating the kingdom of God to come • Daniel 2:44, “And in the days of these kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed; and the kingdom shall not be left to other people …” • Luke 17:20-21; Luke 19:11 • Who shall see the kingdom of God? • Matthew 5:3, 10; Matthew 5:20; Mark 10:14-15

  6. Unless one is born again … • John 3:4 • How? • 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-44 • Jesus’ answer: John 3:5-8 • Unless one is born of water and the Spirit … • 1 John 4:2, 5:1, 4-10 • Romans 6:1-4, 8, 11 • The putting away of the old to put on the new • … So is everyone who is born of the Spirit. • Luke 17:20-21 “The kingdom of God is within you …”

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