born-again Christian

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1. A Christian who has experienced a distinct, dramatic conversion to faith in Jesus, especially a member of certain Protestant groups that stress this experience. The expression recalls words of Jesus in the Gospels: “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (See evangelical.)

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In nonreligious contexts, someone who is “born again” has a new enthusiasm for doing something.

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The 21-year-old describes himself as a "born-again Christian" and says his religion is the most important thing in his life.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025

Right-wing provocateur Dinesh D’Souza — an Indian-American who was raised Catholic but became a born-again Christian — has also faced racist attacks.

From Salon • Oct. 21, 2025

For Mr. Scott, raised in the Black church tradition by his single mother before becoming a born-again Christian, faith is a central part of his pitch.

From Washington Times • Aug. 28, 2023

For Scott, raised in the Black church tradition by his single mother before becoming a born-again Christian, faith is a central part of his pitch.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

The 34-year-old reality TV star has been changing up her signature image, brand and lifestyle and recently opened up to the Daily Mail about becoming a born-again Christian.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2023