Scripture References: Hebrews 1, John 1, John 2, John 4, John 13, John 14, Galatians, Acts
Intro:
- Jesus is the exact image of God.
- Encountering Jesus is encountering God's presence.
- John 2: Jesus' first sign at a wedding, revealing His glory.
- The wedding at Cana: a setting for divine intervention.
Key Points:
- The Problem:
- Running out of wine: a metaphor for life's shortages and crises.
- Hidden troubles beneath a seemingly normal surface.
- God's awareness of our hidden struggles.
- Jesus' Presence:
- Jesus' willingness to be present in everyday life, including celebrations.
- The significance of a wedding: God's endorsement of marriage.
- Jesus' response to Mary: a shift from domestic to divine authority.
- Jesus' instructions: specific, unreasonable, and requiring faith.
- Mary's instruction: Whatever he says, do it.
- Living in God's Presence:
- Surrendering control to Jesus: "Whatever He says, do it."
- The kingdom of God: Jesus taking charge.
- Personal testimony: giving one's life to God and experiencing transformation.
- The disciples' experience: living daily with Jesus and witnessing His power.
- Jesus promise to return via the Holy Spirit.
- The Holy Spirit, Jesus returned.
- Living with Jesus daily.
- The Transformation:
- Jesus turning ordinary water into extraordinary wine: a symbol of His transforming power.
- Experiences of healing, provision, and divine intervention.
- Gods people are the dwelling place of God.
Conclusion:
- The importance of surrendering to Jesus' authority.
- The power of living in God's presence and obeying His instructions.
- The promise of Jesus' return through the Holy Spirit.
- God's desire to transform our lives and situations.
Call to Action:
- Surrender your life to Jesus: "Lord, have my life."
- Obey Jesus' instructions: "Whatever He says, do it."
- Seek to live daily in the presence of God.
- Believe that Jesus can transform your circumstances.
- Be filled with the Holy Spirit.
- Expect Gods presence.
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