Nicodemus was born again, but his experience is not recorded. Paul was converted on the road to Damascus. John the Baptist praised the Lord while he was still in the womb. Timothy had known the Lord ever since his youth. Jesus teaches the necessity of regeneration, not the necessity of the specific timing of it. We know we have life because of our love for God's Word and the church. Our assurance comes from our baptism and our changed life. Look to your baptism for confidence and assurance. |