John 2:1-11
What do you make of this miracle? In John we will see the miracles of raising the dead, stilling the storm, healing the blind and lame, and cleansing the lepers. But this miracle doesn’t seem to fit. The first miracle for the “Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world”, what does that show his ministry will be?
As we consider the nature of the miracle, providing in the time of need, over providing for the need, and even providing the best for those in need, these are the signs from a generous God in a stingy world. The wine for the wedding shows the heart of the God that calls all to “come and buy milk and wine without cost.”
As we enter the year 2026, this miracle causes us to pause and examine our expectations of God. Do you see a God that grudgingly gives the worst wine when all other is gone? Do you fear that God will not give you enough for your daily bread? Do you suspect that God’s gifts come only to others and not to a group of humble villagers just to highlight their privation? Or do you have a God that supplies out of his abundance?
This miracle was not known to the majority of the guests at the wedding. They were given the gift for them to enjoy and celebrate life. The miracle happened when the servants obeyed the instructions of Jesus. That is our part. We live in obedience to God’s way and then enjoy the blessings of God provided in even secret ways.
This first miracle brought belief to the disciples. Later Jesus reminds Mary, and I think the rest of us, “Did I not tell you that if you believed you would see the glory of God?” The call of 2026 is for us to use our faith to see the glory of God present in the simple and everyday parts of our lives.
In One Sentence:
The miracle at Cana reveals the glory of Jesus Christ as the quiet, compassionate, transformative, abundant presence of God who brings new creation and joy into ordinary human life. (Biblegateway.com)
Have a God-filled and expectant 2026!
Pastor Greg
