On our first day of the journey we read of one called the Word, who was with God and was fully God, and who also created all things. Also, we read that this divine One took on flesh and became human. Jesus was his name and people began to follow him. These followers were called disciples.
As we read the second chapter of John’s gospel a problem arises at a wedding that Jesus, his mother, and his disciples attended. Jesus’ mother brings this difficulty to Jesus by saying, “They have no wine left.” Apparently she expects Jesus to be able to help solve this problem. Jesus does eventually provide a resolution to the situation.
Chapter 2 Study Questions
- What are the two instructions that Jesus gives to the servants? (2:7-8)
- What compliment does the head steward give the bridegroom when he tastes this freshly drawn water? (2:10)
- Why do you think it was important for Jesus, who looks, eats, sleeps and speaks like every other human to perform a miraculous sign? (2:11)
- How did his disciples respond to this miraculous sign? (2:11)
- What was Jesus upset about concerning the temple? (2:14-17)
- When asked for a sign to verify what He was saying, what does Jesus say? (2:18-19)
- What do the Jewish leaders think Jesus means when he says “temple”? (2:20)
- What does our writer John say Jesus meant when he said “temple”? (2:21)
- Have you ever questioned Jesus’ authority or authenticity? Did Jesus verify His words by eventually fulfilling this sign? (2:20-22)?