Mary’s request: “They have no wine.”
Jesus’ response: “Why do you involve me? My hour has not yet come.”
Translation: “Mom, not now!”
Outcome: Mary ignores him completely, tells the servants, “Do whatever he tells you,” and voilà! Sometimes even Jesus can’t win an argument with his mom.
Section 1: Welcome and Announcements
Welcome to Our Service
Good morning, church family! It’s such a joy to have you with us today. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or you’ve been here for years, I want you to know you’re part of something special. Here at [Your Church Name], we believe in the power of community, the beauty of God’s Word, and the incredible grace He pours out on each of us.
Today, we’re going to dive into John 2:1-11, where we’ll look at the first miracle Jesus performed—turning water into wine at a wedding. It’s not just a story about a wedding; it’s a reminder of God’s ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary in your life.
Announcements
Here’s what’s coming up in the life of our church:
- Midweek Bible Study: This Wednesday at 7 PM, we’ll be discussing practical ways to grow in our faith. Don’t miss this time of encouragement and connection.
- Serve the Community Day: Next Saturday, we’ll be meeting at 9 AM to serve at the local food bank. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community!
- Marriage Enrichment Night: Join us Friday at 6 PM for a time of fellowship, fun, and practical tools to strengthen your marriage. Childcare is provided!
Let’s keep growing together as we seek God’s best for our lives.
Section 2: Call to Worship
Focus on God’s Abundance
Let’s take a moment to pause and prepare our hearts for worship. Today’s Scripture reminds us that God is not only able to meet our needs—He abundantly provides for us in ways we can’t even imagine.
Let’s reflect on these words from Psalm 23:5:
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.”
Responsive Reading
- Leader: “Let us remember the faithfulness of our God.”
- Congregation: “He turns our emptiness into fullness, our sorrow into joy.”
Let’s worship with grateful hearts today!
Section 3: Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for bringing us together as Your family today. As we reflect on Your Word, help us to see Your abundant grace in our lives. Open our hearts to Your truth, and remind us that You are a God who transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. We invite Your Spirit to move in this place. May our worship be pleasing to You and our hearts be filled with gratitude. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Section 4: Praise and Worship
Lift Up Your Voices
Let’s stand together and join in a time of praise and worship. Our songs are not just words—they’re expressions of our love and gratitude for all God has done. Whether you’re singing a contemporary song of joy or an old hymn of faith, let’s lift our voices and worship from our hearts today!
Section 5: Scripture Reading
Introduction to John 2:1-11
Today, we’re looking at one of the most beautiful accounts of Jesus’ ministry—His first recorded miracle. This story takes place at a wedding in Cana, where Jesus turns water into wine. It’s a story of transformation, joy, and abundance, and it points us to the incredible grace of our Savior.
Events in John 2:1-11
The story begins with a celebration—a wedding! But like many celebrations, something goes wrong. The wine runs out, which would have been a significant social embarrassment for the hosts. Mary, Jesus’ mother, brings the problem to Him, and though He initially hesitates, He chooses to act. Jesus instructs the servants to fill six stone water jars with water, and when they draw from the jars, the water has been miraculously turned into wine—better wine than they had before!
Scripture Reading: John 2:1-11 (NIV)
1 On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there,
2 and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding.
3 When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.”
4 “Woman, why do you involve me?” Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.”
5 His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
6 Nearby stood six stone water jars, the kind used by the Jews for ceremonial washing, each holding from twenty to thirty gallons.
7 Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water”; so they filled them to the brim.
8 Then he told them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet.”
They did so,
9 and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew. Then he called the bridegroom aside
10 and said, “Everyone brings out the choice wine first and then the cheaper wine after the guests have had too much to drink; but you have saved the best till now.”
11 What Jesus did here in Cana of Galilee was the first of the signs through which he revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him.
Section 6: Pastoral Prayer or Intercessory Prayer
Intercessory Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for being the God of abundance, who turns our emptiness into joy and our struggles into testimonies of Your grace. We lift up those in our congregation today who are facing challenges—may they experience Your transforming power in their lives. Teach us to trust You, Lord, and remind us that You work in the everyday moments to reveal Your glory.
Congregational Prayer Response
Lord, just as You turned water into wine, transform our lives today. We trust in Your power and Your perfect timing. Amen.
Section 7: Offering
Giving as Worship
When we give, we’re not just supporting the work of the church—we’re worshiping God. Tithing is a reminder that everything we have comes from Him, and we give back as an act of trust and gratitude.
Prayer for the Offering
Lord, we thank You for the resources You’ve given us. As we give back to You today, we pray that You would bless these tithes and offerings and use them to expand Your kingdom. May they be a sweet aroma of worship before You. Amen.
Section 8: Special Music
Introduction to Special Music
Let’s prepare our hearts as we enjoy a special song that reminds us of God’s faithfulness and abundant grace.
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