New Testament · Jesus
Nicodemus Bible Story
Nicodemus visits Jesus at night and learns that God's kingdom begins with a new birth from above.
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Nicodemus was a respected teacher, but he still had questions. He came to Jesus at night, perhaps because he wanted a quiet conversation or because he was afraid of what others might think.
Jesus told him that no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born from above. Nicodemus did not understand at first. Jesus patiently explained that God's Spirit gives new life, like wind that cannot be controlled but can be felt.
This story helps children see that questions can become a doorway to faith. Nicodemus did not know everything, but he came to Jesus honestly, and Jesus met him with truth.
Artwork in This Story
Nicodemus Visiting Jesus
- Artist
- Henry Ossawa Tanner
- Date
- 1899
- Source
- Wikimedia Commons / Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Source
- Rights
- Public domain artwork reproduction
Tanner's quiet night scene fits the secrecy and seriousness of Nicodemus' conversation with Jesus.
This public preview is adapted from the CStory manuscript archive. The complete illustrated and audio experience stays inside the app.
Key Lesson
Jesus welcomes honest questions and offers a new life that begins in the heart.
Parent Questions
- Why did Nicodemus come at night?
- What did Jesus mean by new birth?
- How is the Spirit like wind?
- What question would you ask Jesus?
