The Necessity of the New Birth: Why is it required?

“The Necessity of the New Birth.  Why is it required?” Titus 3:1-8                               

I. Why do we need the new birth? (3)

II. Who enables the new birth? (4)

III. What is the framework of the new birth? (5-7)

1. “Why” of salvation 
2. “How” of salvation 
3. “Results” of salvation

 III. What connection is there with how I live and new birth? (8, 1-2)

Discussion Questions:

1. Does Jesus' active role in salvation bring you comfort or discomfort?  How can this passage bring you comfort?
2. You are tempted to trust in your good works rather than the work of Christ.  How does this passage push you in the right direction?
3. 3.How does the new birth point to the future regeneration of all creation?