What Concern Is That? - Notes - 1/19/2025 Jesus Turns Water into Wine - John 2:1-11 Where did the scripture take place? The miracle occurs at a wedding in Cana Why is it significant? It symbolizes joy and abundance, fitting for Jesus’ first public act. In John 2:1-11, Jesus responds to Mary by saying, “What concern is that to you and to me?” Why do you think he responded this way? Jesus’ response suggests a distinction between his earthly relationships and his divine mission. How does his response set the stage for the miracle that follows? This moment emphasizes that his actions are aligned with God’s timing rather than human expectations. Jesus uses stone jars meant for purification to perform the miracle. What might this choice symbolize about his mission or message? The stone jars represent traditional Jewish rituals of purification. This miracle could symbolize transformation and the fulfillment of religious practices through his presence, as he brings new life to existing traditions. What does the transformation of water into wine reveal about Jesus’ identity and mission? This miracle reveals Jesus’ divine authority over nature and his ability to bring abundance and joy. It also signifies his mission to transform lives, symbolized by turning ordinary water into wine. “Where is our mission field? Right where you are. Sometimes we are called to the wider world, to venture out into unknown places to make disciples. But most of the time, we are called to be at work in the community that surrounds us. We are called to be witnesses to the grace and goodness of God where we live, work, and play. The servants at the wedding played a role in Jesus’ miracle (filling jars with water). What does this teach us about our part in God’s mission field? Where are we? What is one small action you can take this week to bring God’s grace and goodness into a familiar setting in your life?