STUDY FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 19
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Context:
In the Gospel of John, Jesus’ first miracle occurs at a wedding in Cana, where He turns water into wine. This miracle is one of seven “signs” in John, demonstrating Jesus' power and His identity as the Savior. Unlike the Synoptic Gospels, which focus on Jesus’ acts of healing and feeding the hungry, John highlights this miracle as an extravagant sign of grace, demonstrating God’s abundant provision.
Icebreaker:
What’s the most memorable party or celebration you’ve ever attended? What made it stand out to you?
After the icebreaker, read John 2:1-11.
Jesus tells His mother, “My hour has not yet come.”
- How does this statement point to His ultimate mission?
- How does this miracle at Cana anticipate the “hour” of His death and resurrection?
- How does understanding the “hour” of Jesus’ glorification deepen your appreciation for this miracle?
Jesus meets a “need” here, but it seems relatively minor (the wine running out at a party).
- What does this tell us about the nature of God's provision in our lives?
- Is God concerned with the “big” and “small” things in our lives?
In verse 6, the servants fill six stone jars with water, each holding 20-30 gallons. That’s over 150 gallons of wine!
- Why do you think Jesus provided such an abundant amount?
- How does the abundance of wine reflect the nature of the salvation Jesus offers?
- What does this tell us about God's generosity and grace?
- What does it reveal about the ABUNDANT life God wants for us (John 10:10)?
- What do you need to turn over to Jesus to have joy again?
End with prayer, thanking God for the abundant life offered through Jesus. Ask for help to live in that abundance daily and share love and generosity with those around us.