QT 05/01/2026 Mon. When Three Teachers Meet (Nicodemus, Jesus, John the Baptist): A Devotion on John 3 《三位教师的相遇》（尼哥底母、耶稣、施洗约翰）：约翰福音第三章灵修

QT 05/01/2026 Mon. When Three Teachers Meet (Nicodemus, Jesus, John the Baptist): A Devotion on John 3
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In John 3, we see a unique convergence of three influential teachers in the context of the gospel. Each one—Nicodemus, Jesus, and John the Baptist—brings a distinct perspective to the conversation about the kingdom of God, salvation, and the new birth. Together, they paint a powerful picture of the gospel and the transformative power of Jesus Christ. Let's dive deeper into what happens when these three teachers meet.

(1) Nicodemus: The Teacher in Confusion (John 3:10)

Nicodemus, a Pharisee and member of the Jewish ruling council, was a respected teacher of the law. He came to Jesus at night, seeking to understand more about His teachings. Nicodemus represents those who, though knowledgeable in religious matters, are still in search of truth and understanding. Jesus, in His response, gently rebukes him:
"Are you the teacher of Israel, and yet you do not understand these things?" (John 3:10, ESV).

Here, Jesus points out that even a well-learned man like Nicodemus is missing the deeper spiritual truth. Nicodemus' confusion about the concept of being "born again" highlights the difficulty of grasping spiritual truth without the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Despite his position, he needed to be taught a new way of understanding God's work in the world.

(2) Jesus: The Teacher of Truth and Life (John 3:2)

Jesus is the central teacher in this passage. Nicodemus recognizes that Jesus is not just an ordinary teacher: “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.” (John 3:2, ESV).

Jesus, the Teacher of all teachers, reveals that the new birth is not about religious works, knowledge, or tradition. It is about a radical transformation that comes through the Holy Spirit. (John 3:5). Jesus is showing Nicodemus that salvation is not achieved by human effort but by the divine intervention of God through the Spirit. This is the gospel message: salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.

(3) John the Baptist: The Humble Teacher (John 3:26)

In the background, John the Baptist also teaches, but his role is not to point to himself. When his disciples come to him, concerned about the growing popularity of Jesus, John the Baptist responds with humility and clarity: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” (John 3:30, ESV).

John the Baptist’s ministry was always focused on preparing the way for Christ. He humbly points others to Jesus, acknowledging that Jesus is the one who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and bring the true salvation (John 3:34, ESV).

John is a teacher who understands that his purpose is to direct people to Christ, not to build his own following. His selflessness and devotion to Christ remind us that true teaching in the gospel is not about gaining fame or recognition, but about pointing others to Jesus.

As we continue to grow in our faith, let’s embrace the lessons from these three teachers: (a) Seek understanding in Christ. (b) Teach others the truth of the gospel. (c) Live humbly, pointing all glory to Jesus.

Closing Prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the example of Nicodemus, John the Baptist, and Jesus. Help us to understand the deep truths of the gospel and to share them humbly with others. May we decrease, so that You may increase in our lives. Thank You for the gift of salvation through Your death and resurrection. Guide us as we seek to live out the gospel in all that we do. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

QT 05/01/2026 星期一. 《三位教师的相遇》（尼哥底母、耶稣、施洗约翰）：约翰福音第三章灵修
阅读 http://m.bbintl.org/bible/ncv/jhn/3/

在约翰福音第三章中，我们见证了三位具有深远影响力的教师在福音背景下独特交汇的场景。尼哥底母、耶稣与施洗约翰各具独特视角，围绕神的国度、救赎与重生展开对话。他们共同勾勒出福音的宏伟图景，彰显耶稣基督改变生命的权能。让我们深入探索三位教师相遇时的场景。

(1) 尼哥底母：困惑中的教师（约翰福音3:10）

作为法利赛人兼犹太公会成员，尼哥底母是备受尊崇的律法教师。他深夜造访耶稣，渴望更深理解其教导。尼哥底母代表着那些精通宗教事务却仍在追寻真理与真知的群体。耶稣以温柔的责备回应道：“你是以色列人的教师，还不明白这事吗？” （约翰福音3:10）

此处耶稣指出，即便是尼哥底母这般博学之人，也未能领悟更深层的属灵真理。他对“重生”概念的困惑，凸显了在圣灵引导下才能把握属灵真理的困境。尽管身居高位，他仍需学习以全新方式理解神在世上的作为。

(2) 耶稣：真理与生命的导师（约翰福音3:2）

耶稣是本段经文的核心导师。尼哥底母深知耶稣并非寻常教师：“拉比，我们知道你是从　神那里来的教师，因为如果没有　神同在，你所行的这些神迹，就没有人能行。”（约翰福音3:2）

这位万师之师揭示：重生并非关乎宗教功德、知识或传统。乃是圣灵带来的彻底改变（约翰福音3:5）。耶稣向尼哥底母表明：救恩并非靠人努力得来，而是上帝借着圣灵的介入成就。这正是福音的核心信息：唯独因恩典，唯独借信心，唯独在基督里。

(3) 施洗约翰：谦卑的教师（约翰福音3:26）

在背景中，施洗约翰也在教导，但他不以自我为中心。当门徒因耶稣声名日隆而忧虑时，他谦卑而明确地回应：“他必兴旺，我必衰微。”（约翰福音3:30）

施洗约翰的事工始终聚焦于为基督预备道路。他谦卑地将众人引向耶稣，承认唯有耶稣能以圣灵施洗，带来真正的救恩（约翰福音3:34)。

约翰是一位深谙自身使命的教师——他明白自己的职责是引导人们归向基督，而非建立个人追随者群体。他无私奉献的基督精神提醒我们：福音真谛的教导不在于追求名望或认可，而在于引领他人认识耶稣。

在我们持续成长的信仰旅程中，请领受这三位教师的教导：(a) 在基督里寻求真知；(b) 将福音真理传授他人；(c) 谦卑生活，将一切荣耀归于耶稣。

结束祷告

亲爱的天父，感谢祢赐下尼哥底母、施洗约翰和耶稣的榜样。求祢帮助我们领悟福音的深奥真理，并谦卑地与人分享。愿我们在生命中逐渐消退，好叫祢得以彰显。感谢祢借着祢的死与复活赐下救恩。求祢引导我们，使我们凡事活出福音真谛。奉耶稣的名祷告，阿们。