Water to Wine
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Natural Miracle
Natural Miracle
Miraculous events that affect or disrupt the physical world.
Provision of Food
Jesus Turns Water into Wine
Jesus Turns Water into Wine
· Scriptures: - Only John 2
· Who benefitted: an unnamed wedding guest
· Where: Cana
· When: Early in Jesus’ ministry, just after calling His first disciples
· Witnesses: Mary, servants at the wedding, and the master of the feast.
· Honorable mention: wedding jars, water, and wine.
· Tags: Transformation, Alcohol
• Marriage at Cana (Wikipedia)
1 The next day there was a wedding celebration in the village of Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there,
2 and Jesus and his disciples were also invited to the celebration.
3 The wine supply ran out during the festivities, so Jesus’ mother told him, “They have no more wine.”
Wine = Blood of the Grape
Wine = Blood of the Grape
3631 οἶνος [oinos /oy·nos/]
1 wine. Or winepress
2 metaph. fiery wine of God’s wrath.[1]
4 “Dear woman, that’s not our problem,” Jesus replied. “My time has not yet come.”
Grace factor: God can bless ahead of schedule
Grace factor: God can bless ahead of schedule
Jesus displayed His honor of:
· His mother’s request
· The holy matrimony of one man and one woman.
5 But his mother told the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
· Modern application – Oh that the church would do the same…
6 Standing nearby were six stone water jars, used for Jewish ceremonial washing. Each could hold twenty to thirty gallons.
7 Jesus told the servants, “Fill the jars with water.” When the jars had been filled,
8 he said, “Now dip some out, and take it to the master of ceremonies.” So the servants followed his instructions.
· Symbolism – Christians are described as – God’s Spirit living in earthen vessels
· the main point of the story = Evangelism, not drinking
The CHURCH needs to be filled the HOLY SPIRIT so that CHRIST will be seen in US!
The CHURCH needs to be filled the HOLY SPIRIT so that CHRIST will be seen in US!
9 When the master of ceremonies tasted the water that was now wine, not knowing where it had come from (though, of course, the servants knew), he called the bridegroom over.
10 “A host always serves the best wine first,” he said. “Then, when everyone has had a lot to drink, he brings out the less expensive wine. But you have kept the best until now!”
· “Till now” = the end time generation –
· you were born for such a time as this! Make the most of your divine opportunity.
Miracles reveal God’s Glory
Miracles reveal God’s Glory
11 This miraculous sign at Cana in Galilee was the first time Jesus revealed his glory. And his disciples believed in him.
The world will believe the Lord when His church has faith to perform miracles in His Name!
Jesus’ Wine = Grape Juice
Jesus’ Wine = Grape Juice
· God is holy – would NEVER be associated with ANYTHING that would hurt someone.
Wine used as drink offerings - Ex 29, Lev 23, Num 15
Wine used as drink offerings - Ex 29, Lev 23, Num 15
· A drink-offering of wine was presented with the daily sacrifice (Ex. 29:40, 41),
· and also with the offering of the first-fruits (Lev. 23:13),
· and with various other sacrifices (Num. 15:5, 7, 10).
Nazarite vow
Nazarite vow
15 for he will be great in the eyes of the Lord. He must never touch wine or other alcoholic drinks. He will be filled with the Holy Spirit, even before his birth.
Communion wine represents Christ’s blood - 1 Cor 11
Communion wine represents Christ’s blood - 1 Cor 11
· Wine was used at the celebration of the Passover – 1 Corinthians 11
Should a Christian consume alcohol?
Should a Christian consume alcohol?
· When it is drunk, water is generally mixed with it, and this was the custom in the days of Christ also.
· The people indeed are everywhere very sober in hot climates; a drunken person, in fact, is never seen”, (Geikie’s Life of Christ).[2]
“Excess test” – would the consumption of something cause you to:
· Act or speak inappropriately?
· Fill you with remorse or regret?
· Cause an addiction that requires professional help or intervention?
· Become a hazard to yourself or the safety of others? – driving
This does not happen with – water, milk, tea, coffee, soda, fruit drinks, etc but it DOES with any form of alcohol.
· Don’t be duped by Hyper-Grace teachings promoting alcohol
11 Suppose a prophet full of lies would say to you, “I’ll preach to you the joys of wine and alcohol!” That’s just the kind of prophet you would like!
Drunkenness is a sin
Drunkenness is a sin
· Several emphatic warnings are given in the New Testament against improper use of wine.
13 Because we belong to the day, we must live decent lives for all to see. Don’t participate in the darkness of wild parties and drunkenness, or in sexual promiscuity and immoral living, or in quarreling and jealousy.
18 Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit,
8 In the same way, deacons must be well respected and have integrity. They must not be heavy drinkers or dishonest with money.
7 A church leader is a manager of God’s household, so he must live a blameless life. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered; he must not be a heavy drinker, violent, or dishonest with money.
End time warning – days of Noah – eating and drinking – until Jesus came back
End time warning – days of Noah – eating and drinking – until Jesus came back
Closing – Focus on the Man, not the Miracles
Closing – Focus on the Man, not the Miracles
[1]Strong, J. (1995). In Enhanced Strong’s Lexicon. Woodside Bible Fellowship.
[2]Easton, M. G. (1893). In Illustrated Bible Dictionary and Treasury of Biblical History, Biography, Geography, Doctrine, and Literature (p. 693). Harper & Brothers.