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How do we know the doctrine of being born again is true?

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The doctrine of being born again is established by scripture, particularly John 3:3, where Jesus states that one must be born again to see the kingdom of God.

Jesus's pronouncement in John 3:3 underlines the necessity of the new birth to enter into the kingdom of God. This doctrine asserts that our natural state is inadequate for fellowship with God, requiring a supernatural transformation that we cannot achieve by our own efforts. It is only through the renewing work of the Holy Spirit, initiated by God's sovereign grace, that we are made into new creations, reflecting the character and dependence of children. This transformative work is evidence of God's saving power, affirming our need for and reliance on divine intervention in our lives, aligning with other biblical passages describing regeneration and sanctification. Thus, the recognition of our need for being born again underscores the centrality of relying on God's grace for salvation.
Scripture References: John 3:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 2:5, Galatians 5:22-23, John 1:12-13, John 3:3-7, 1 Peter 1:23, John 3:3-5, 1 John 4:6

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