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How do we know that new birth is essential for salvation?

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Jesus emphasizes the necessity of new birth for salvation multiple times in John 3, indicating that it cannot be bypassed.

In John 3:5-7, Jesus stresses that being born 'of water and of the Spirit' is essential to enter the kingdom of God. This statement implies that natural birth (of water) is not enough; a spiritual birth must also occur to grant access to eternal life. The necessity of this regeneration reflects the biblical understanding that inherent human nature is sinful and incapable of approaching God without a fundamental change wrought by His grace. Thus, the new birth is not just a suggestion or a spiritual upgrade; it is a critical, divinely appointed requirement for all who desire to see the kingdom of God.
Scripture References: John 3:5-7

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