In today's Gospel Jesus speaks with Nicodemus, a Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin who was convinced by the miracles of Christ Jesus, and that he was sent by God. Jesus' message to Nicodemus was simple: faith and Baptism are necessary for eternal life.
Nicodemus is a respected, rich, and well learned man. Jesus is gentle with his words explaining what he can in a manner that this man can understand and connect the dots within the faith that lives within him. Jesus is leading him to everlasting life.
As a side note, this is this same Nicodemus who after Christ's death assisted at Jesus' burial (see John 19:39)
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