We begin a new short series called "This is the Way," looking at Jesus who said he himself is the way, and shows us how to follow him. It all begins by being born again. Jesus spoke of two deaths and two births. He taught that we'd all experience birth and death a total of three times—physical birth and physical death, then we'd each choose which we'll experience a second time: spiritual birth or spiritual death. This second birth isn't something one can earn or accomplish through religion, rituals, or good moral behavior. Jesus explained this to Nicodemus, a religious leader who had all the outward signs of faith but lacked a living relationship with God. Religion alone leads to spiritual dead ends and ultimately a second death—eternal separation from God. But through believing in Jesus, trusting in what he accomplished on the cross, and allowing the Holy Spirit to give new life, anyone can experience a second birth that opens the door to eternal life. Have you truly been born again, or are you just following the rules, hoping it's enough?
What path are you on in life? We have a lot of options, but only one leads to life. We’re looking at Jesus who said he himself is the way. We’ll see the way to begin, the way to wholeness, the way through, and the way to follow.
