Regeneration.

Question 1

Give a definition of regeneration.

Answer 1

Man in his natural state is “dead in trespasses and sins” until he is “made alive” (regenerated) by Christ. This happens when he places his faith in Christ
(Ephesians 2:1).

Question 2

Identify and discuss some Scripture passages which teach about regeneration.

Answer 2

Ezek 36:26-27 I will give you a new heart
Ephesians 2 Made alive in Christ Jesus
John 3:5-8 Re-birth by the Spirit (Jesus & Nicodemus)
1 Peter 1:3 …born again to a living hope.

Question 3

Who performs the work of regeneration?

Answer 3

The Holy Spirit
John 6:63
It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing; the words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life.
Titus 3:5
He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit,

Question 4

What attitudes must be present in the individual before regeneration can take place?

Answer 4

“Faith is necessary as a subjective influence to prepare our own hearts for the reception of God and His grace.” A.B. Simpson, “A Larger Christian Life” (1890)
“Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on them. (John 3:36)

Question 5

What is the continuing purpose of regeneration in one’s personal life?

Answer 5

Ephesians 2:1-10

1. To have relationship with God. (Eph. 2:6)
2. To show the incomparable grace of God (2:7)
3. To do good works created in advance (2:10)

Question 6

What is the nature of the change brought about by regeneration?

Answer 6

Death to life (Ephesians 2)
Alienation to reconciliation (Colossians 1)
Heart of stone to Heart of flesh (Obedience) Ezek. 36
Washing Titus 3