John 3:21
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Duncan CampbellDuncan Campbell
Keith DanielDuncan Campbell
Zac PoonenSummary
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Wrought in God - In his presence, and through his assistance. This is the end of our Lord's discourse to Nicodemus; and though we are not informed here of any good effects produced by it, yet we learn from other scriptures that it had produced the most blessed effects in his mind, and that from this time he became a disciple of Christ. He publicly defended our Lord in the Sanhedrin, of which he was probably a member, Joh 7:50, and, with Joseph of Arimathea, gave him an honorable funeral, Joh 19:39, when all his bosom friends had deserted him. See Dodd.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
doeth truth--whose only object in life is to be and do what will bear the light. Therefore he loves and "comes to the light," that all he is and does, being thus thoroughly tested, may be seen to have nothing in it but what is divinely wrought and divinely approved. This is the "Israelite, indeed, in whom is no guile."
John Gill Bible Commentary
After these things,.... After Christ's coming to Jerusalem, at the feast of the passover, with his disciples, and driving the buyers and sellers from the temple, and doing the miracles he did there, upon which many believed on him; and after the long discourse he had with Nicodemus, concerning regeneration, and other things: came Jesus and his disciples, into the land of Judea; or "into Judea the country", having been in Jerusalem, the city part or chief city in Judea; so that the country is distinguished from, and opposed to the city. And thus, a countryman, and a Jerusalemite, or citizen of Jerusalem, are distinguished (l); "if, "a countryman", (one that lives in the country any where in the land of Israel out of Jerusalem (m),) receives a field, "from a man of Jerusalem", the second tithes belong to the Jerusalemite; but the wise men say, the countryman may bring them up, and eat them at Jerusalem.'' Or, it may be, because that Jerusalem was part of it in the tribe of Benjamin, and the other in the tribe of Judah; therefore, when Christ, and his disciples, left Jerusalem, they might more properly be said to come into the land of Judea. Indeed, it is commonly said by the Jews (n), that Jerusalem was not divided among the tribes, and that it did not belong to any tribe; and if so, then with greater propriety still might Christ be said to come into the land of Judea, when he departed from Jerusalem; unless it should be thought, that he went into Galilee, and after that came into the land of Judea; so Nonnus: and there he tarried with them: with his disciples, as Nonnus; and with the inhabitants of those parts: he made a longer stay here than at Jerusalem, having more work to do here, and being more delighted with the plainness and simplicity of the country people; or "he conversed" with them, as the Syriac version renders it; he exercised, and employed himself among them, as the Greek word used signifies: he went about from village to village, doing good, healing diseases, and preaching the Gospel which was made useful to many: and baptized; not he himself, but his disciples, by his orders, and in his name; see Joh 4:2; whereby he gave fresh countenance and sanction to the ordinance of water baptism, administering it to others, as well as submitting to it himself. (l) Misn. Demai, c. 6. sect. 4. (m) Maimon. Bartenora in ib. (n) T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 12. 1, & Megilla, fol. 26. 1.
John 3:21
Jesus and Nicodemus
20Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. 21But whoever practices the truth comes into the Light, so that it may be seen clearly that what he has done has been accomplished in God.”
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A Sermon That Has Angered Many - Examine Yourself
By Paul Washer37K1:13:10ExaminationISA 66:2JHN 1:5JHN 3:212CO 13:5JAS 1:131JN 1:81JN 3:3In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the fleeting nature of life and the importance of focusing on eternal things. He warns against being enslaved to the things of this present evil age and encourages listeners to set their hearts on Christ and follow him. The preacher also highlights the need for self-examination in light of the word of God and the importance of repentance and belief in Christ. He challenges the idea of a superficial Christianity that merely repeats words without genuine transformation. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deep love for God and a recognition of His power and authority over all creation.
Action and Obedience
By Duncan Campbell19K43:11ObedienceMAT 21:1JHN 3:21In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of obeying God rather than human authority. He encourages the audience to reflect on their own lives and identify any areas where they may be bound by worldly influences. The speaker also highlights the need for watchmen and laborers in God's kingdom, urging the listeners to be willing vessels for God's work. He concludes by urging the audience to stand for truth, righteousness, purity, and power in a troubled world, echoing the sentiment of "no surrender" in the face of opposition.
Heart Preparation for Revival
By Duncan Campbell16K48:01RevivalPSA 139:23MAT 6:33JHN 3:211JN 1:11JN 1:7In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of walking in the light and having fellowship with one another. He highlights the need for genuine repentance and obedience in order to experience true holiness. The speaker shares a personal testimony of his own journey towards getting right with God and experiencing revival. He encourages the audience to have a hunger for God and to be willing to pay any cost to be in the light and experience the power of God.
Light Rejected
By Keith Daniel3.2K1:10:00Rebellion Of ManMAT 6:33MAT 22:1JHN 3:16JHN 3:19JHN 3:212CO 3:18In this sermon, the preacher discusses the parable of the wedding feast from Matthew 22. He emphasizes that God has sent his servants to invite people to the wedding, but many have rejected the invitation. The preacher then highlights the famous verse, John 3:16, which speaks of God's love for the world and his gift of his only son for salvation. However, the following verses in John 3 reveal that people reject the light because they love darkness and their deeds are evil. The sermon concludes by discussing three responses to the light: rejection, neglect, and reflection.
The Holy Ghost in Revival - Part 2
By Duncan Campbell2.0K51:37RevivalPSA 24:3PSA 51:10ISA 55:6MAT 5:8LUK 2:10JHN 3:21REV 3:20In this sermon, the speaker recounts a story of a young man named Gowry who bravely saved a wounded comrade in the face of enemy fire. The speaker emphasizes the importance of having a sense of purpose and conviction in life, particularly in the context of saving souls. He questions why so few young men are willing to engage in mission work and proclaim the riches of Christ. The speaker urges listeners to recognize that God has a plan and purpose for every person's life and encourages them to have a vision for revival and a deep concern for the desperate needs of the country.
A Clear Gospel Message - Part 2
By Zac Poonen1.7K08:59MRK 1:15JHN 3:21ACT 20:20ROM 10:9EPH 2:8
This sermon emphasizes the importance of coming into the light and being honest with God about our sins, acknowledging our need for repentance and faith in Jesus Christ for a new birth. It highlights the inseparable nature of repentance and faith in the process of being born again, drawing parallels to physical birth and the necessity of both elements for spiritual rebirth.
The Appearing of Resurrection and the Giving of Power
By Newman Sze8201:22:11MAT 28:1MAT 28:19MRK 16:15LUK 24:44JHN 20:19JHN 21:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the 40 days that Jesus spent on earth after His resurrection. He explains that during this time, Jesus trained His disciples to shift their focus from external things to internal revelation, from the flesh to the Holy Spirit, and from the law to life. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a turbulent airplane ride to illustrate the need for Christians to rise above fear and rely on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by urging the audience to prioritize their personal encounter with the Lord and the experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit.
John's Gospel - How Can This Be?
By John Vissers74436:27Gospel Of JohnMAT 6:33JHN 3:1JHN 3:5JHN 3:21EPH 5:261PE 1:23In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude for the promises of God's word and prays for guidance and understanding. The focus of the sermon is on the fifth verse of John chapter 3, where Jesus states that one must be born of water and the Spirit to enter the kingdom of God. The speaker emphasizes the concept of regeneration and the transformative power it brings to a person's life. The sermon also highlights the importance of recognizing that salvation is not dependent on human efforts, but on God's sovereign grace.
(John) Jesus and Nicodemus
By Brian Brodersen55851:33JHN 2:23JHN 3:3JHN 3:16JHN 3:21In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the mysterious and unpredictable nature of God's movement in our lives. He encourages the congregation to avoid falling into predictable routines in their worship and to be open to the unexpected ways in which God works. The speaker also discusses the concept of regeneration and the new birth, highlighting the amazing testimonies of individuals who have come to faith in seemingly unlikely circumstances. He shares stories of people who have encountered God through listening to solid Bible teaching and even in the midst of a drug-induced state. Overall, the sermon emphasizes the need for spiritual birth and the recognition of God's mysterious and transformative power in our lives.
Epistle 46
By George Fox0Walking in the LightUnity in ChristECC 2:14ISA 5:20MAT 6:22JHN 1:9JHN 3:21JHN 8:12ROM 5:121CO 12:13EPH 4:151JN 1:7George Fox emphasizes the importance of unity in the light of Christ, urging all believers to walk in this light which leads to repentance and oneness in faith. He warns against the dangers of living in darkness and following worldly assemblies that lack the true life of Christ. Fox highlights that true believers are united in one spirit and one body, and that the light reveals both righteousness and sin, guiding the faithful towards God. He calls for a rejection of pride and disobedience, reminding that the grace of God teaches us to deny ungodliness. Ultimately, Fox encourages all to embrace the light, which brings clarity and leads to eternal life.
1 John 1:6
By John Gill0Fellowship With GodWalking in the LightJHN 3:21JHN 8:12ROM 13:122CO 6:14EPH 5:8COL 1:131TH 5:51PE 2:91JN 1:61JN 2:4John Gill emphasizes the contradiction of claiming fellowship with God while walking in darkness, which represents sin, ignorance, and unbelief. He explains that those who profess to have communion with God but continue in sinful ways are deceiving themselves and are hypocrites. True fellowship with God results in walking in the light, as God is light, and one cannot genuinely know Him while remaining in darkness. Gill warns that such individuals are liars, as their actions do not align with the truth of the Gospel. The sermon calls for self-examination and a sincere pursuit of the light of Christ.
Epistle 67
By George Fox0MAL 2:5MAT 19:6JHN 3:21ROM 7:5ROM 13:121CO 3:13EPH 2:3EPH 2:81TI 4:1HEB 13:4George Fox preaches about the sanctity of marriage in the light of God, emphasizing that only marriages within the Lord and in the light are honorable and approved by the children of light. Those who follow the desires of the flesh and engage in adultery are considered to be outside the light and not in an honorable marriage. The children of light are encouraged to let their light shine before others, upholding honorable marriages and condemning actions contrary to the light.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Wrought in God - In his presence, and through his assistance. This is the end of our Lord's discourse to Nicodemus; and though we are not informed here of any good effects produced by it, yet we learn from other scriptures that it had produced the most blessed effects in his mind, and that from this time he became a disciple of Christ. He publicly defended our Lord in the Sanhedrin, of which he was probably a member, Joh 7:50, and, with Joseph of Arimathea, gave him an honorable funeral, Joh 19:39, when all his bosom friends had deserted him. See Dodd.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
doeth truth--whose only object in life is to be and do what will bear the light. Therefore he loves and "comes to the light," that all he is and does, being thus thoroughly tested, may be seen to have nothing in it but what is divinely wrought and divinely approved. This is the "Israelite, indeed, in whom is no guile."
John Gill Bible Commentary
After these things,.... After Christ's coming to Jerusalem, at the feast of the passover, with his disciples, and driving the buyers and sellers from the temple, and doing the miracles he did there, upon which many believed on him; and after the long discourse he had with Nicodemus, concerning regeneration, and other things: came Jesus and his disciples, into the land of Judea; or "into Judea the country", having been in Jerusalem, the city part or chief city in Judea; so that the country is distinguished from, and opposed to the city. And thus, a countryman, and a Jerusalemite, or citizen of Jerusalem, are distinguished (l); "if, "a countryman", (one that lives in the country any where in the land of Israel out of Jerusalem (m),) receives a field, "from a man of Jerusalem", the second tithes belong to the Jerusalemite; but the wise men say, the countryman may bring them up, and eat them at Jerusalem.'' Or, it may be, because that Jerusalem was part of it in the tribe of Benjamin, and the other in the tribe of Judah; therefore, when Christ, and his disciples, left Jerusalem, they might more properly be said to come into the land of Judea. Indeed, it is commonly said by the Jews (n), that Jerusalem was not divided among the tribes, and that it did not belong to any tribe; and if so, then with greater propriety still might Christ be said to come into the land of Judea, when he departed from Jerusalem; unless it should be thought, that he went into Galilee, and after that came into the land of Judea; so Nonnus: and there he tarried with them: with his disciples, as Nonnus; and with the inhabitants of those parts: he made a longer stay here than at Jerusalem, having more work to do here, and being more delighted with the plainness and simplicity of the country people; or "he conversed" with them, as the Syriac version renders it; he exercised, and employed himself among them, as the Greek word used signifies: he went about from village to village, doing good, healing diseases, and preaching the Gospel which was made useful to many: and baptized; not he himself, but his disciples, by his orders, and in his name; see Joh 4:2; whereby he gave fresh countenance and sanction to the ordinance of water baptism, administering it to others, as well as submitting to it himself. (l) Misn. Demai, c. 6. sect. 4. (m) Maimon. Bartenora in ib. (n) T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 12. 1, & Megilla, fol. 26. 1.