Resources on John 2:11

The Miracle Worker Children's Sermon https://www.sermons4kids.com/miracle_worker.htm Children's Sermon Topics: Wedding , Jesus , Miracles Source: Sermons 4 Kids This children's sermon on John 2:11 uses pitchers and Kool-Aid to illustrate that Jesus performs miracles, not magic tricks. (Includes links to optional colouring and activity pages.)

Things You Must Feel: Romance Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Arthur Landwehr http://collections.carli.illinois.edu:80/cdm/ref/collection/uni_sermons/id/2741 Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Arthur Landwehr Topics: Jesus , The Love of Christ , God's Love , God's Presence Source: Arthur Landwehr Sermon Collection The big idea of this sermon on John 2:1-11 is that Jesus shows His love for us by His presence at the most important moments of life to be the fulfillment of our romance with God.

What Grace Looks Like! Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David J Lose http://www.davidlose.net/2016/01/epiphany-2-b-what-grace-looks-like/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David J Lose Topics: Grace , Generosity , Gift , Gospel Source: In the Meantime Reflecting on John 2:1-11, David Lose writes that John shows us what grace is like: an overflowing of joy, blessing, and the presence of God. Grace is a free gift of God’s generosity.

The Quiet Miracle Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Roy Harrisville https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/second-sunday-after-epiphany-3/commentary-on-john-21-11 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Roy Harrisville Topics: Faith , Jesus , Glory , Miracles Source: Working Preacher In this commentary on John 2:1-11, Roy Harrisville reflects on the "quiet miracle" at the wedding in Cana, and how God's glory revealed in moments like those are not for mere display, but to create faith.

The Marriage at Cana Artwork by Master of the Catholic Kings https://www.wga.hu/frames-e.html?/html/m/master/catholic/catholi.html Artwork by Master of the Catholic Kings Topics: John , Art , Miracles of Jesus , Miracle Source: wga.hu This painting by Master of the Catholic Kings depicts Christ's first miracle in John 2:1-11 when he transformed water into wine at a wedding feast at Cana of Galilee.

Becoming Jars of Docility Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Irenaeus Vincent https://english.op.org/torch/becoming-jars-of-docility Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Irenaeus Vincent Topics: Mary , Discipleship , Obedience , Humility Source: Torch: Catholic Homilies from the Dominican Friars A homily based on John 2:1-12. Irenaeus Vincent preaches on the the example of Mary's discipleship at Cana in Galilee.

Joy and a Job Sermon Preparation or Illustration https://livingchurch.org/2016/01/17/joy-and-job/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration Topics: Gifts of the Spirit , Joy , Glory , Gift Source: The Living Church Reflecting on Psalm 36:1-10, Isaiah 62:1-5, John 2:1-11, and 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, the author writes that “Jesus is Lord” wholly and completely. His Spirit, however, gives a diversity of gifts and tasks for the common good.

Fulfillment, Baptism, and a Wedding Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Brent Bowen https://www.hprweb.com/2021/12/homilies-for-january-2022/ Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Brent Bowen Topics: Epiphany , Vocation Source: Homiletic and Pastoral Review A series of Catholic homilies on fulfillment (Hebrews 1:1-2; Galatians 4:4-7), Epiphany (Matthew 2:1-12), the Baptism of Jesus (Luke 3:15–16, 21–22), the wedding at Cana (John 2:1-11), and vocation (Jeremiah 1:4–5, 17–19; Luke 4:21–30).

The Servants Knew Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Euan Marley https://english.op.org/torch/the-servants-knew Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Euan Marley Topics: Miracle , Christ Source: Torch: Catholic Homilies from the Dominican Friars A homily based on the Wedding at Cana (John 2:1-11). Euan Marley reflects on how we, as Christ's servants, can become part of his transforming work.

Wedding at Cana Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Rolf Jacobson https://www.workingpreacher.org/podcasts/narrative-lectionary-111-wedding-at-cana Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Rolf Jacobson Topics: Grace , Wedding , Crucifixion , Sermon Source: Working Preacher This podcast on John 2:1-11 sees the miracle at Cana as a gratuitous gift that foreshadows the crucifixion of Jesus and the fullness of grace revealed. (Length: 12:38)

When is it time? Assurance of Pardon by Bill Wessner https://confessionrcl.blogspot.com/2013/01/cycle-c-epiphany-2-lectionary-2.html Assurance of Pardon by Bill Wessner Topics: Diversity , Righteousness , Pride Source: ConfessionRCL This resource contains a confession based on Psalm 36:5-10, Isaiah 62:1-5, John 2:1-11, and 1 Corinthians 12:1-11. The confession explores themes of diversity, self righteousness, righteousness, and pride.

Picture Jesus Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Norma de Waal Malefyt https://www.reformedworship.org/article/december-1999/picture-jesus-eight-service-plans-lent-and-easter-page-1-2 Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Norma de Waal Malefyt Topics: Lent , Jesus , Worship Planning , Servant Leadership Source: Reformed Worship Norma de Waal Maletyl and Howard D. Vanderwell's resource contains worship planning notes, sermon notes and a confession for Lent and Holy Week. Focusing on John 2:1-13:17, sermon themes include servant leadership, miracles, and Jesus' identity.

Mercy, Grace and Love: Discussions on Mary, Divine Union and the Church Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Daniel K Hess http://www.hprweb.com/2015/12/homilies-for-january-2016/ Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Daniel K Hess Topics: Mary , Love , Mercy , Church Source: Homiletic and Pastoral Review These six sermons by Daniel K. Hess on Galatians 4:4-7, Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 3:15-22, John 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:12-30 and 12:31-13:13, respectively discuss our mother Mary, lifestyle change, receiving grace, marriage imagery, the Church, and love.

A Revealing Sign Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David Lewis https://concordiatheology.org/2016/01/epiphany-2-%e2%80%a2-john-21-11-%e2%80%a2-january-17-2016/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by David Lewis Topics: Sign , Water , Glory , Revelation Source: Concordia Theology David Lewis' sermon starter on John 2:1-11 says that the significance of Jesus' turning water into wine was that the miraculous sign "revealed his glory" (v. 11).

Kingdom Abundance Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Eric Fistler https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/epiphany2c Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Eric Fistler Topics: Epiphany , Gifts, spiritual , Wedding , Generosity Source: Pulpitfiction These two podcasts contain audio commentary on Epiphany texts (Isaiah 62:1-5, John 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11) that reveal the abundant and generous nature of God's Kingdom.

Preaching Epiphany Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Rachel G Hackenberg https://rachelhackenberg.com/preaching-epiphany/ Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Rachel G Hackenberg Topics: Epiphany , Transfiguration , Discipleship , Wisdom Source: Rachel G. Hackenberg Rachel G. Hackenberg offers sermon series ideas for various Scriptures related to Epiphany. Her themes are: Revelation in Community, A Child Shall Lead Them, The Wisdom of Praise, Practicing Discipleship.

Sermons for the New Year Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Bryce Sibley https://www.hprweb.com/2019/01/homilies-for-january-2019/ Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Bryce Sibley Topics: Mary , Epiphany , Baptism , New Year Source: Homiletic and Pastoral Review Five complete sermons by Bryce Sibley for the season just after Christmas. The sermons focus on spiritual resolutions (Luke 2:16-21); Epiphany (Matthew 2:1-12); baptism (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22); Mary (John 2:1-11); and community (1 Corinthians 12:12-30).

With you is the fountain of life Assurance of Pardon by Thom M Shuman https://lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com/2016/01/liturgy-wcommunion-for-january-17-2016.html Assurance of Pardon by Thom M Shuman Topics: Hope , God's Love , Gifts of the Spirit , Gifts, spiritual Source: Lectionary Liturgies This worship resource by Thom Shuman features a complete order of worship based on Isaiah 62:1-5, Psalm 36:5-10, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, and John 2:1-11. They sing of God's steadfast love.

Mary, Mother of Mercy, Mother of the Priest Article about Preaching by Mary John Kramer http://www.hprweb.com/2016/10/mary-mother-of-mercy-mother-of-the-priest/ Article about Preaching by Mary John Kramer Topics: Mercy , Mary , Priesthood Source: Homiletic and Pastoral Review Mary John Kramer reflects on Mary's role in the gospels, offering her as a model to priests for letting divine mercy flow through them and into the world.

Light, Water, Gifts and Weddings Children's Sermon by Carolyn C Brown http://worshipingwithchildren.blogspot.com/2015/12/year-c-second-sunday-after-epiphany.html Children's Sermon by Carolyn C Brown Topics: Wedding , Epiphany , Children , Gift Source: Worshiping With Children A guide for including children in congregational worship, including children's books, songs, sermon scripts, activities and more. Based on Psalms 36:5-10; 96, Isaiah 4, 62:1-5, John 2:1-11, and 1 Corinthians 12:1-11.

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