The context surrounding this passage is very interesting, especially given what Jesus has made the wine from. If we look back at chapter 1 in Jesus' baptism, we see a distinction is made.‘Upon whom yo...  Read More

This section highlights a very important moment in Jesus' ministry as it marks the beginning of His earthly ministry. It takes place at at wedding banquet. Typically, in those days, wedding feasts wou...  Read More

1 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. 3 And when they ran out of wine, the mothe...  Read More

Taking 15 minutes of time to sit before the Throne of Grace, I am asking that we meditate on the invitation spoken of through this section of Scripture. Pray through Psalm 34. Read the words out loud ...  Read More

There is a reality that I was once invited myself to come and see. Someone took the time with me to introduce me to Jesus. As far as the direct application, I have two:1. I will continue to meet with ...  Read More

When I see repetition of themes or statements in Scripture, they really stand out. And they should! When I see a repetition of, "Come and see," I find that being a draw for me as the reader. It is ind...  Read More

The big lesson for the original audience would be none other than Jesus being the Messiah. In fact, if we look at the surrounding context we can see where Jesus is called the Word, the Lamb of God, an...  Read More

   8      Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good;    Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!-Psalm 34:8This is the verse that is resonating in my mind as I am reading through this section. The continuo...  Read More

Here we have John's account of the calling of the disciples. It begins with two disciples of John the Baptist hearing the testimony that John gave concerning Jesus, "Behold the Lamb of God." They begi...  Read More

35 Again, the next day, John stood with two of his disciples. 36 And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, “Behold the Lamb of God!”37 The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. 38 ...  Read More

As you consider the reading we have gone through this week, take 15-20 minutes to pray through some of these topics. Meditate on the Lord and be comfortable sitting before Him in silence if you do not...  Read More

What is there to say but that I will trust in the Lord's work? As someone who has struggled with varying degrees of self-deprecation, I find it is easy to agree with the accuser. I have committed sin....  Read More