Topic: The Miracles of Jesus
Jesus said to them, “Fill the waterpots with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. John 2:7
The objective is to make them see that Jesus values the family and that the presence of the Holy Spirit is the main blessing that cannot be missed in our lives, preparing us for the rapture.
Note: Teachers should read John 2:1 to 11.
Introduction
Every intermediate longs to be happy. We like to play, be with friends, learn new things and we make lots of plans for the future. But there is an important question: what really makes an intermediate happy? Is it enough to have everything we want? Jesus’ first miracle helps us answer this question. Today we are going to find out what happened in that wedding and what is the secret to a happy and blessed life.
Development
The Bible tells us that on the third day, there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee. Jesus and His disciples were invited to the celebration.
In those days, a wedding was a very special occasion. Families prepared everything with great care, and the celebration could last for several days. But a major problem arose: the wine ran out. At that time, this would have caused great distress for the bridegroom and his family, because the wine represented the joy of the celebration.
When the Lord Jesus learned what was happening, He started His work. Nearby stood six stone waterpots — large vessels used for holding water. Jesus told the servants, “Fill the waterpots with water.” And they filled them to the brim (John 2:7b).
The servants did not understand why Jesus asked them to do this, but they obeyed. And He said to them, “Draw some out now, and take it to the master of the feast.” And they took it. (John 2:8b).
The master of the feast was responsible for organizing the celebration. When he tasted it, he called the bridegroom aside and said, “Every man at the beginning sets out the good wine, and when the guests have well drunk, then the inferior. You have kept the good wine until now!” (John 2:10).
The miracle took place! The water was transformed into wine. That family’s problem was solved, and the joy of the celebration returned.
The Bible says, “This beginning of signs Jesus did in Cana of Galilee, and manifested His glory; and His disciples believed in Him.” (John 2:11).
Jesus could have performed His first miracle anywhere, but He chose a wedding. In doing so, He showed that the family is very important to God. Even today, Jesus desires to be present in our homes, blessing parents and siblings, and making our house a place where everyone seeks the Lord.
At that celebration, the wine ran out. Spiritually, wine represents joy and the work of the Holy Spirit. Just as wine was essential for that family, the presence of the Holy Spirit must not be missing from our hearts.
When the Holy Spirit ceases to be at the center of our lives, the joy of salvation begins to fade. An intermediate may have toys, video games, a bicycle, new clothes, good friends and get good grades at school. All of this is good, but nothing is more important than having the presence of the Holy Spirit. It is He who helps us love God, obey His Word, and live a life that pleases the Lord.
Sometimes, children may spend all their time playing, watching videos, or gaming, and end up neglecting prayer, Bible reading, and Sunday Bible School. When this happens, the joy of salvation begins to fade. That is why the “wine” must not run out. We need to seek the presence of the Holy Spirit every day.
Jesus commanded that the six empty waterpots be filled with water. These waterpots represent our hearts. Just as they were filled, the Lord desires to fill our hearts with the presence of the Holy Spirit.
When the Holy Spirit dwells in our hearts, He transforms our lives. He helps us obey our parents, respect our teachers, treat our brethren well, speak the truth, share our toys, forgive our friends, be polite, and do what pleases the Lord. A full waterpot represents a heart that allows the Holy Spirit to work.
Jesus commanded that the waterpots be filled to the brim. This teaches us that He does not want just a part of our heart. The Lord desires the Holy Spirit to completely fill our lives.
Wine that causes drunkenness does not represent God’s blessing; it leads to dissipation. The Word of God warns us: “And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit” (Ephesians 5:18). The Holy Spirit produces love, peace, joy, goodness, and self-control. A person filled with the Holy Spirit learns to say “no” to things that displease God.
Conclusion
Today you can ask God the Father, in the name of Jesus, to fill your life with the presence of the Holy Spirit. Only He can transform our hearts, help us obey the Word of God and prepare us for the return of Jesus. Jesus will come to seek a Church filled with the Holy Spirit and prepared for the rapture. God’s Word says, “Blessed are those who are called to the marriage supper of the Lamb.” Rev 19:9b.
Suggested Praise: My Lord Will Return to Take Me Home; The Beloved Bride of Jesus; By Walking in the Spirit.
Question to Intermediates
Read John, chapter 2, verses 7 and 8, and answer: What do the waterpots filled at the Lord Jesus’ command represent?
Answer: Our hearts, which need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said to them, “Fill the waterpots with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. And He said to them, “Draw some out now, and take it to the master of the feast.” And they took it. John 2:7-8
