It is necessary for Jesus Christ to be exalted on the cross for new birth to be made possible.

Application:

1. New life is found only in Jesus Christ who is Lord and Savior.

2. Place your complete faith in Jesus Christ who is Lord and Savior.

Supplemental Text: Ezekiel 36:25-27 | Deuteronomy 30:6 | Romans 10:2-4 | Numbers 21:4-9 | 2 Corinthians 5:21 | Galatians 3:13 | John 20:30-31 | Hebrews 10:1-4 | Proverbs 30:4 | Daniel 7:13-14 | Isaiah 53:10-11 | Hebrews 12:1-2 |

2 Corinthians 3:18