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The Signs of God’s Presence (John 3:1-2)
Once, Nicodemus — a ruler among the Pharisees — went secretly at night to seek Jesus.
John 3:
1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews.
2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.”
» Nicodemus’ Recognition
Here we see a man knowledgeable in the Word of God who became deeply intrigued by the signs performed by Jesus.
Nicodemus did something that most Pharisees refused to do: he sought to understand who Jesus truly was.
He recognized that there was something different and declared that no one could perform such works unless the Lord was with him.
In response to his search, Jesus revealed wonderful teachings about the necessity of being born again by the Spirit — teachings Nicodemus could not grasp, despite his wisdom and knowledge of the Law.
» The Signs Continue Today
It is essential to understand that the signs Jesus performed were not confined to the past; they are still present today! After all, the Lord is with us every day.
Christ Himself guaranteed that these signs would accompany those who believe: in His name they would cast out demons, speak in new tongues, be protected from deadly dangers, and lay hands on the sick so they would be healed.
» Awakening Through the Supernatural
It is absolutely necessary that these signs be manifested through our lives.
When the power of God flows through us and signs accompany our faith, people around us become intrigued — just as Nicodemus was.
The supernatural work of God awakens in the world a desire to know the living God — a God who performs miracles, who delivers, who heals, who is with us, and who saves.
» A Call to Believe and Act
Therefore, look to the greatness and depth of this Word.
Seek to be an instrument in God’s hands, allowing the signs Jesus promised to become visible through your life.
If you truly believe, you will pray, lay hands on the sick and they will be healed, you will see people delivered from demons, and you will experience the power of God.
Jesus spoke — and surely, it will happen!
