Jesus is known in history as a “worker of miracles,” but most people would be surprised to find that his very first miracle was not healing a sickness or calming a storm or even raising the dead. Instead, his first miracle was to keep a party going. Why would Jesus choose this as his first “sign” to the world, revealing his true identity? I hope you will join us for “When the Party’s Over” - part of our Gospel According to John Series.
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MESSAGE STUDY NOTES (also as PDF download above)
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WARM UP
What was the most fun party you ever attended? What was the best part?
READ
John 2:1-11; Isaiah 25:6-8; Psalm 104:14-15; Revelation 5:13
KEY INSIGHTS
The Significance (Glory) of Jesus:
1. Inaugurator of a superior covenant
2. Bringer of ultimate joy
3. Rescuer of the failed
QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION
1. In your own words, explain why Jesus chose this as his first “sign.”
2. If Jesus is the bringer of ultimate joy, why do you think Christians often NOT associated with joy?
APPLICATION
Describe what it means for you personally that the significance of Jesus is being the “rescuer of the failed.”
FOR MENTORING
How might this story comfort someone you are mentoring?
