Lesson 448: John 2:5
The Blueprint — The Verse
His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever He tells you.”
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The Context — The History
JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More attended a wedding in Cana of Galilee with His mother and early disciples. Jewish weddings were major community events, and running out of wine brought shame on the host family.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
When wine ran short, Mary told JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More the problem. He responded that His hour had not yet come, yet Mary told the servants to do whatever He instructed — leading to His first miraculous sign.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More said to her, “Woman, what does that have to do with you and me? My hour has not yet come.”
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Now there were six water pots of stone set there after the Jews’ way of purifying, containing two or three metretes apiece.
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Discussion
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What does Mary's instruction to servants teach about responding to JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More?
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How do ordinary needs become settings for God's glory?
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When have you needed simply to do what JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More says?
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