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How to Misread the Water into Wine Miracle from John 2

The best way to misread or misinterpret the Bible is to evaluate scripture against the backdrop of your personal values, or modern culture. One of the passages that is most misread is John 2, where Jesus turns the water into wine.

Much has been made about this miracle over the years, but little has been spoken about the message that the Apostle John was trying to convey by including this event in his Gospel.

Many look to tbis passage to prove that the Lord is permissive of drinking. Those who oppose the drinking of alcohol counter by saying that the wine must have been non-alcoholic, a sort of designer grape juice.

However, these arguments are completely irrelevant to the message John is trying to convey. John’s purpose in writing his Gospel is to demonstrate the humanity and divinity of Christ, to show Jesus as the Messiah, the only begotten Son of God.

John’s inclusion of this miracle was two-fold. First, he demonstrated the divinity of Jesus by recording the power He had in turning the water into wine. Second, he shows the love and humanity of Christ by showing His concern over the wedding, even though it had little to do with his overall mission.

The water into wine miracle is amazing, because it shows me that the all powerful creator of the universe cares about how my day is going, and is engaged in the details of my life, regardless of how inconsequential they may seem.

What does this passage show you?

Following Jesus

This week’s message is the first in “The Real Jesus Christ” series to focus on application. We are instructed by scripture to follow Jesus. What does that mean, and what does that look like? Listen to Pastor Leland Acker’s message via Soundcloud.

What’s Our Advantage? (Romans 3:9-31)

Paul, after demonstrating that religious people are just as sinful as the lost world, answers the question, “What advantage do we have?”

Basically, “If my religion hasn’t earned me any favor with God, what was the point to that?”

Paul answers the question by stating that our advantage was that we were entrusted with the word of God, the Bible. Then, in a theological eloquence that could only be inspired by God Himself, demonstrated God’s grace and salvation of us, in spite of our sinfulness.

The Plight of Hagar

Hagar is an often overlooked individual in the Bible. Known as Sarah’s handmaid who had a son in an affair between her and Abraham that was actually initiated by Sarah, Hagar is often portrayed in sermons as a rebellious servant who tried to usurp Sarah’s position upon becoming pregnant.

However, Hagar’s story is way more profound than that, and if you place yourself in her shoes, you see she was a mighty woman of faith. From her obedience to Sarah, her recognition of God’s love and providence, and the faith she demonstrated when she obeyed God and returned to Sarah, she presents herself as a Spiritual giant.

From Hagar’s story, we learn that God sees us and looks after us, that He blesses us, and that He calls us to reconciliation. Take a listen to the above posted podcast, and let us know how this message impacts you.

The Gospel Project begins at Life Point, The Redeemer Reveals His Glory

Life Point Baptist Church is pleased to announce two things. (1) The return to in-person services, and (2) the beginning of The Gospel Project. Join us each Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. for this exciting study of the Gospel in every book of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. If you can’t join us in person, follow this blog to keep up with the teaching. As always, please feel free to contact us at any time with questions or comments. May God bless you in a special way this week.