#141 - Joby Martin // Salvation: Received, Not Achieved

Jesus reveals to Nicodemus that salvation is received through faith, not achieved through works, using the Old Testament bronze serpent as a powerful illustration of his coming sacrifice on the cross. The conversation exposes how our sin problem is internal, requiring transformation from the inside out rather than external religious performance. • Jesus explains to Nicodemus that salvation comes through being born again • Nicodemus, despite being a religious teacher, doesn't understand spiritual rebirth • Jesus uses the story of Moses and the bronze serpent from Numbers 21 to illustrate salvation • Like the snake-bitten Israelites who had poison in their veins, humanity has sin running through us • The bronze serpent represents Jesus being lifted up on the cross • Healing comes by looking to Jesus rather than through our own efforts • Salvation cures us from the inside out, not just external behavior • Jesus fulfills the Old Testament patterns and prophecies • Paul describes this in 2 Corinthians 5:21 – Christ became sin so we could become righteous If you want to help equip other men for the fight, share this podcast around and leave us a five-star rating and review. Support the show Want to connect? Email communication@coe22.com