July 2007

“The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” John 3:8

Nicodemus was in a tough situation. He was caught between a rock and a hard place. He was drawn toward Jesus. He was intrigued by what Jesus taught, by what Jesus did and by who Jesus was. But, Nicodemus was a Pharisee. It was his responsibility to make sure that the religious laws and practices were followed without exception and with no changes. So, knowing that it would not be wise or safe, Nicodemus went to talk to Jesus at night when he would not be easily seen.
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