In a nighttime conversation with a religious leader recorded in John 3:1-21, Jesus used an expression that has found its way into popular culture, being "born again." Jesus emphasized not merely a new start but a total transformation performed by God. In other words, we all need something that only God can give. At the same time, Jesus predicted that he would be lifted up on the cross so that anyone who believed in him would have eternal life. Although we cannot bring about our own new birth, we must look to Christ in faith and live. (Here are Larry's complete sermon notes.)
After the Lord rejected Saul as king, he chose a man with a heart oriented toward the Lord.
The imprecatory (cursing) psalms point to the triumph of God’s justice through judgment or salvation.
As the second Adam and the faithful Israel, Jesus resisted temptation and so can help us when we are tempted.
