The Bible teaches that regeneration, or the new birth, is essential for salvation and is a sovereign act of the Holy Spirit.
Regeneration is described in John 3:3 as a necessary condition to enter the kingdom of God. The Scriptures affirm that all individuals are born into this world dead in their trespasses and sins, making regeneration vital for spiritual life. As stated, Jesus emphasizes that without being born again, one cannot even see the kingdom of God, indicating the absolute necessity of this transformation.
Scripture References:
John 3:3-5, 1 Peter 1:3, John 3:3, Ephesians 2:1-5, John 1:12, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 5:25, Romans 8:30, Ezekiel 11:19-20, Romans 8:5-7, Ephesians 2:10, 1 Peter 2:10, John 3:3-5; 1 Peter 1:3, John 3:3-8, Ephesians 2:4-5
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