ECWA Food for the Day – 8th August, 2025

FRIDAY, 8 AUGUST
TEXT: JOHN 3:1-9
TOPIC: WE KNOW.

Nicodemus is a knowledgeable, experienced, famous and esteemed member of the Jewish Supreme Ruling Council(JSRC). His full name is Buni Ben Gurion, according to the Jewish Talmud literature and Midrash, which are compilations of ancient Jewish teachings regarded as sacred.

Nicodemus, whose name means “victory of the people”, came to Jesus under the cover of the night because of his high standing in the community.

The opening statement of Nicodemus to Jesus is: “Rabbi, we know…..” These two words are very significant and should be looked into.
“We” implies that Nicodemus is not alone; he sees himself as speaking for at least some of the Pharisees and members of the Jewish Supreme Council (Sanhedrin), who essentially agreed with him that Jesus is a teacher who has come from God. They also agree that the miracles Jesus performed validate His claim that He came from God.

In Africa, there are many prototypes of Nicodemus: renowned Theologians and Writers, Members of Guilds, Professional Bodies, Board Members, General Overseers, Founders, Title-holders, etc., who, despite their knowledge and pedigree, are not yet born again.

QUESTION
Are you among those who possess knowledge about God but do not have a relationship with Jesus as Lord and Saviour?

PRAYER
Empty me of pride, Lord. I want to be truly born again. Enough of my pretence.