Sermon on
The Biblical Definition of Being Born Again

1.1 The literal meaning of being born again:  John 3:3

1.2 The spiritual significance of being born again:  2 Corinthians 5:17

1.3 The necessity of being born again:  John 3:7

2.1 Conviction of sin:  John 16:8

2.2 Repentance from sin:  Acts 3:19

2.3 Faith in Jesus Christ:  Ephesians 2:8-9

2.4 Regeneration by the Holy Spirit:  Titus 3:5

3.1 A new creation:  2 Corinthians 5:17

3.2 Love for God and His Word:  Psalm 119:97

3.3 Love for others:  1 John 4:7

3.4 Victory over sin:  1 John 5:4

4.1 Eternal life:  John 3:16

4.2 Adoption into God's family:  Romans 8:15

4.3 The indwelling of the Holy Spirit:  1 Corinthians 3:16

4.4 Assurance of salvation:  1 John 5:13

5.1 Living a holy life:  1 Peter 1:15-16

5.2 Witnessing for Christ:  Acts 1:8

5.3 Serving in the body of Christ:  Romans 12:6-8

5.4 Preparing for Christ's return:  Matthew 24:44