Nicodemus Comes To Jesus

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Early in the preaching of Jesus, He was visited by a prominent theologian named Nicodemus.

I have often wondered why Nicodemus visited Jesus. I know some of the reasons people today show interest in religion. Some are driven by intellectual curiosity. They want to know a little about everything that is going on in the world.

Others are selfishly motivated…they hope for some material gain by connecting themselves with religion. Still others feel that they have something to offer to help a good cause…perhaps they have money or talents or influence.

Any one of these may have motivated Nicodemus. He may have heard of Jesus and been interested in learning what he could about Him. Or, he may have thought that Jesus would gain a large following and hoped that he might share in His popularity. More likely, I think he felt that he could help this young teacher. After all, Nicodemus was a ruler of the Jews, and he could contribute both influence and protection if they were needed.

Nicodemus came with a compliment for Jesus. He said, “Rabbi, we know that You have come from God as a teacher; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with Him.” (John 3:2)

How surprised Nicodemus must have been at the response of Jesus: “Truly, truly I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (John 3:3) It was obvious that Jesus was neither awed nor intimidated by this ruler of the Jews.

Jesus was no respecter of persons. He was not concerned with what Nicodemus could do for Him. Instead, He was concerned that Nicodemus should enter the kingdom of God.

What is your interest in Jesus…some material benefit He can give you or some favor you might do for Him? If so, Jesus would respond to you as He did to Nicodemus: “You must be born again.”

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