John 3:3

"He came to Jesus by night and said to him, “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.”"

Key Reflection

This passage reveals the disciples' recognition of Jesus as a divine teacher, attributing his miraculous powers to divine authorization. Their acknowledgment sets the stage for the profound teaching that follows, where Jesus emphasizes the need for spiritual rebirth.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 3. Verily, verily. An expression of strong affirmation, denoting the certainty and the importance of what he was about to say. Jesus proceeds to state one of the fundamental and indispensable doctrines of his religion. It may seem remarkable that he should introduce this subject in this manner; but it should be remembered that Nicodemus acknowledged that he was a teacher come from God; that he implied by that his readiness and desire to receive instruction; and that it is not wonderful, therefore, that Jesus should commence with one of the fundamental truths of his religion. It is no part of Christianity to conceal anything.

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