Nicodemus Visits Jesus by Night, Part 2 (TMF:3001)
Monday, November 09, 2026
by Daniel Litton Listen to the Feature
Nicodemus himself is supposed to have all the answers, and yet he is seeking this Jesus, who isn’t part of the Pharisees, on religious matters. Not something that would go over well with his fellow peers if they knew about it. Even though he uses the plural “we” in his question, it’s likely that a lot of his fellow Pharisees aren’t wondering the same things as he. It’s probable they aren’t and wouldn’t be on Nicodemus’ side. Regardless, he addresses Jesus using the proper term “Rabbi,” which denotes respect toward him. Now for Jesus’ response. Verse 3: “Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God” (ESV). The question presented by Nicodemus doesn’t ask about how he can personally be saved from his sins, and yet, surprisingly the whole notion is implied. After all, it is Nicodemus who is coming to Jesus seeking answers. There isn’t any other reason he would be coming to him, to seek him out. The assumption on the part of Jesus is that it must be.