• Faith and fellowship over a meal.

    Let's share a meal and strengthen our Faith together

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    🍽️ Faith and fellowship over a meal. 💪 Let's share a meal and strengthen our Faith together 📲 RSVP now so we can save you a seat and confirm the feast! 🌐 Learn More: bmcministries.net #BMCMinistry #Construction #Fellowship #FaithNight #FellowshipSupper #CommunitySopport #FaithAndFellowship #Prizes #WorkplaceFaith #SharedMeals
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  • Be found by Christ today and Feast with for ever.
    Be found by Christ today and Feast with for ever.
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  • With the feast of Trumpets commencing soon the Lord directed my attention to this feast & the deeper prophetic meaning of this feast.
    Hence the message this morning is titled: When the trumpet sounds, every argument ends!" This message is laying the foundation for the Rapture & the Second Coming, leading into the next message, the Lord willing on 13 Sept, containing more deeper & detailed teaching about the "Feast of Trumpets" / "Rosh Hashanah or Yom Teruah"
    https://youtu.be/sHoDBky27kM
    Follow the link for the slides of this message:
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    With the feast of Trumpets commencing soon the Lord directed my attention to this feast & the deeper prophetic meaning of this feast. Hence the message this morning is titled: When the trumpet sounds, every argument ends!" This message is laying the foundation for the Rapture & the Second Coming, leading into the next message, the Lord willing on 13 Sept, containing more deeper & detailed teaching about the "Feast of Trumpets" / "Rosh Hashanah or Yom Teruah" https://youtu.be/sHoDBky27kM Follow the link for the slides of this message: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1538885858279014&set=pcb.1538919354942331
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  • THE TRUTH ABOUT THE RAPTURE

    WANTING TO BE TEACHERS, BUT NEED TO BE TAUGHT.

    Hebrews 5 : 12-14

    [12] For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.

    Many so-called preachers call themselves teachers, but have need of to be taught God's Word.They need the milk of the Gospel to understand God. Because they have not been taught God's Word to understand the Gospel from the perspective of God's Word.

    [13] For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe.

    Those so-called preachers can only give you The Gospel (Milk) because they do not know God's Word. They are unskilled in what God has said.You are listening to baby talk.

    [14] But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

    Strong meat is the whole counsel of God's Word and the ability to teach it!

    Only those who have learned the whole counsel of God's Word have the skills to speak with certainty of what is right and what is wrong

    When it comes to The Rapture this is the case. Those who are babes want to keep everyone in fear. Teaching that the Lord can come anytime and sound a trumpet.

    This is not the truth of God's Word.

    1 Thessalonians 4 : 15-17

    [15] For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.

    [16] For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:

    [17] Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

    This is The Rapture, it is the day when The Lord Jesus Christ will come for His Church. It is a day that cannot happen any day. This day has a set time to occur. A set day already determined by God's Word.

    This is the difference between milk and meat of God's Word.

    On this day, it does not say trumpet sounding. It says, with The Trump of God, The Lord will descend with a shout. It will probably sound like thunder this shout. It does not say with a sound of a trumpet.

    The Trump of God refers to a certain day.

    Leviticus 23 : 23-24

    [23] And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

    [24] Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, In the seventh month, in the first day of the month, shall ye have a sabbath, a memorial of blowing of trumpets, an holy convocation.

    In God's Word this is the day of The Feast of Trumpets. A Holy Day God commanded The Israelites to keep every year.

    In Leviticus 23, God lists His Feast Days. The word Feasts in Hebrew can also be translated as Set Times. The Lord's Set Times.

    The Lord's Set Times are these: Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles.

    Each of these Set Times was a certain day to be fulfilled by THE LORD HIMSELF.

    The first four were fulfilled by THE LORD HIMSELF in one year, 33 AD on their specific day that year.

    These Set days were types of what The Lord was to do in the redemption of mankind. Salvation is the work of THE LORD only.

    When THE LORD JESUS CHRIST comes for His Church it will be on this day, the day of The Feast of Trumpets. To fulfill the type in the Old Testament. This is why Paul says, with The Trump of God. He is coming on this day some year to fulfill this type or shadow that He said back in the Old Testament just like the ones He fulfilled in 33 AD

    The Feast of Trumpets is the next on the list to be fulfilled. Whatever day that is this year look for Him then. If He does not come, then we have a whole year to wait for Him to come and fulfill that day next year.

    Do not let these so-called preachers and teachers keep you in fear that The Lord can come at any time, they just want to keep you in fear and their control.

    Who The Son sets free is free indeed.

    Live your life and watch for The Lord's return because we that are awake and are not walking in darkness know the time of His Coming.

    This is the meat of God's Word concerning The Rapture.

    By the way, the Feast of Trumpets is September 11, 2026, also known as Rosh Hashanah.
    THE TRUTH ABOUT THE RAPTURE WANTING TO BE TEACHERS, BUT NEED TO BE TAUGHT. Hebrews 5 : 12-14 [12] For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. Many so-called preachers call themselves teachers, but have need of to be taught God's Word.They need the milk of the Gospel to understand God. Because they have not been taught God's Word to understand the Gospel from the perspective of God's Word. [13] For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. Those so-called preachers can only give you The Gospel (Milk) because they do not know God's Word. They are unskilled in what God has said.You are listening to baby talk. [14] But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. Strong meat is the whole counsel of God's Word and the ability to teach it! Only those who have learned the whole counsel of God's Word have the skills to speak with certainty of what is right and what is wrong When it comes to The Rapture this is the case. Those who are babes want to keep everyone in fear. Teaching that the Lord can come anytime and sound a trumpet. This is not the truth of God's Word. 1 Thessalonians 4 : 15-17 [15] For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. [16] For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: [17] Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. This is The Rapture, it is the day when The Lord Jesus Christ will come for His Church. It is a day that cannot happen any day. This day has a set time to occur. A set day already determined by God's Word. This is the difference between milk and meat of God's Word. On this day, it does not say trumpet sounding. It says, with The Trump of God, The Lord will descend with a shout. It will probably sound like thunder this shout. It does not say with a sound of a trumpet. The Trump of God refers to a certain day. Leviticus 23 : 23-24 [23] And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, [24] Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, In the seventh month, in the first day of the month, shall ye have a sabbath, a memorial of blowing of trumpets, an holy convocation. In God's Word this is the day of The Feast of Trumpets. A Holy Day God commanded The Israelites to keep every year. In Leviticus 23, God lists His Feast Days. The word Feasts in Hebrew can also be translated as Set Times. The Lord's Set Times. The Lord's Set Times are these: Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles. Each of these Set Times was a certain day to be fulfilled by THE LORD HIMSELF. The first four were fulfilled by THE LORD HIMSELF in one year, 33 AD on their specific day that year. These Set days were types of what The Lord was to do in the redemption of mankind. Salvation is the work of THE LORD only. When THE LORD JESUS CHRIST comes for His Church it will be on this day, the day of The Feast of Trumpets. To fulfill the type in the Old Testament. This is why Paul says, with The Trump of God. He is coming on this day some year to fulfill this type or shadow that He said back in the Old Testament just like the ones He fulfilled in 33 AD The Feast of Trumpets is the next on the list to be fulfilled. Whatever day that is this year look for Him then. If He does not come, then we have a whole year to wait for Him to come and fulfill that day next year. Do not let these so-called preachers and teachers keep you in fear that The Lord can come at any time, they just want to keep you in fear and their control. Who The Son sets free is free indeed. Live your life and watch for The Lord's return because we that are awake and are not walking in darkness know the time of His Coming. This is the meat of God's Word concerning The Rapture. By the way, the Feast of Trumpets is September 11, 2026, also known as Rosh Hashanah.
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  • GOD Wrote his warning signs in the sky. They Have already appeared.

    Every Blood Moon Tetrad in 500 Years fell on Jewish Feast Days.

    The Crucifixion Darkness was Recorded by THREE Roman Historians who had Never Read Scriptures.
    Thallus. Phlegon. Africanus. All Confirmed An Impossible Darkness during Passover.

    Joel 2:31

    31 The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and terrible day of the Lord come.

    Only 8 Blood Moon Tetrad in 2,000 Years - NASA Confirmed,
    1493 Tetrad -Jews Expelled from Spain.
    1948 Tetrad - Israel Reborn As Nation.
    1967 Tetrad - Jerusalem Recaptured.
    2014 - 2015 - The Last One This Century. Already Done.

    He did not Hide The Sign. Most People in this End Times Generation were not Watching and Paying Attention and also most of them did not Warns the Next End of Times Future Generations.

    Remember what JESUS Said in his Disciples,

    Luke 21:25-28

    25. “There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. 

    26. People will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken. 

    27. At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 

    28. When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”

    #endtimes #bloodmoon #Bibleprophesy #lastgenerations #endtimesrevival
    GOD Wrote his warning signs in the sky. They Have already appeared. Every Blood Moon Tetrad in 500 Years fell on Jewish Feast Days. The Crucifixion Darkness was Recorded by THREE Roman Historians who had Never Read Scriptures. Thallus. Phlegon. Africanus. All Confirmed An Impossible Darkness during Passover. Joel 2:31 31 The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and terrible day of the Lord come. Only 8 Blood Moon Tetrad in 2,000 Years - NASA Confirmed, 1493 Tetrad -Jews Expelled from Spain. 1948 Tetrad - Israel Reborn As Nation. 1967 Tetrad - Jerusalem Recaptured. 2014 - 2015 - The Last One This Century. Already Done. He did not Hide The Sign. Most People in this End Times Generation were not Watching and Paying Attention and also most of them did not Warns the Next End of Times Future Generations. Remember what JESUS Said in his Disciples, Luke 21:25-28 25. “There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea.  26. People will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken.  27. At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.  28. When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” #endtimes #bloodmoon #Bibleprophesy #lastgenerations #endtimesrevival
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  • HAPPY FEAST OF ST. MONICA!
    HAPPY FEAST OF ST. MONICA!
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  • GOD’S BLESSINGS IN UNEXPECTED PLACES
    When God Brings Blessings to You from the Most Surprising Corners
    Key Scriptures: Genesis 50:20; 1 Kings 17:8–16; Ruth 2:2–12; Psalm 23:5–6
    There are times when God surprises us with blessings in the most unlikely places. We often think that our breakthroughs will come through specific people, opportunities, or plans we have in mind. But God isn’t confined by our expectations. As Psalm 23:5 reminds us, “Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies.” God can set a feast for us even in the wilderness, provide for us through unexpected sources, and open doors in places we never thought to look.
    Take Elijah, for example. During a terrible famine, God could have directed him to a rich household, but instead, He led him to a widow in Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8–16). From that unlikely situation came miraculous provision. Similarly, Ruth went out to gather leftover grain, but God guided her steps to Boaz’s field, where she found favor, sustenance, and a new beginning (Ruth 2:2–12; 4:13–17). What may seem like a mundane task could actually be a divine setup. The place you think is insignificant might just be where God plans to unveil your next blessing.
    Joseph’s journey also illustrates how God can transform unexpected places into stepping stones for our destiny. The prison may have seemed like a place of despair, but God turned it into a space for preparation and connection (Genesis 39:20–23; 41:1–14). What Joseph perceived as a setback became the very path to his elevation. So, don’t overlook your current situation or season. God can shower you with blessings in the wilderness, lift you up in obscurity, grant you favor among strangers, and create opportunities where you only see obstacles. Be mindful not to get so caught up in how you think God should bless you that you overlook the blessings that come in unexpected ways. Stay prayerful, obedient, humble, and open to divine opportunities. Your blessing might show up through someone you didn’t see coming, in a place that feels unfamiliar, as a small chance, or through a door you nearly passed by. While God’s ways can be surprising, His faithfulness is unwavering. The spot you least anticipate could very well be where your testimony begins.
    Closing Prayer
    Heavenly Father, thank You for being beyond the limits of human expectations and circumstances. We trust You to guide us to the places You’ve prepared for us.
    Lord, please open our spiritual eyes so we can spot divine opportunities. Lead us to places filled with favor, provision, purpose, and destiny. May unexpected doors swing open, surprising helpers come forth, and blessings find us according to Your perfect will.
    Father, grant us the wisdom to appreciate small beginnings and not overlook ordinary chances. Like Ruth, help us to be in the right field at the right moment. Like Elijah, help us to see Your provision, even when it comes from an unexpected source.
    We declare that our blessings will not pass us by. What You have set aside for us will find us, even in places we never imagined. Transform our wilderness into a land of provision, our obscurity into a realm of favor, and our everyday steps into divine appointments. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
    GOD’S BLESSINGS IN UNEXPECTED PLACES When God Brings Blessings to You from the Most Surprising Corners Key Scriptures: Genesis 50:20; 1 Kings 17:8–16; Ruth 2:2–12; Psalm 23:5–6 There are times when God surprises us with blessings in the most unlikely places. We often think that our breakthroughs will come through specific people, opportunities, or plans we have in mind. But God isn’t confined by our expectations. As Psalm 23:5 reminds us, “Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies.” God can set a feast for us even in the wilderness, provide for us through unexpected sources, and open doors in places we never thought to look. Take Elijah, for example. During a terrible famine, God could have directed him to a rich household, but instead, He led him to a widow in Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8–16). From that unlikely situation came miraculous provision. Similarly, Ruth went out to gather leftover grain, but God guided her steps to Boaz’s field, where she found favor, sustenance, and a new beginning (Ruth 2:2–12; 4:13–17). What may seem like a mundane task could actually be a divine setup. The place you think is insignificant might just be where God plans to unveil your next blessing. Joseph’s journey also illustrates how God can transform unexpected places into stepping stones for our destiny. The prison may have seemed like a place of despair, but God turned it into a space for preparation and connection (Genesis 39:20–23; 41:1–14). What Joseph perceived as a setback became the very path to his elevation. So, don’t overlook your current situation or season. God can shower you with blessings in the wilderness, lift you up in obscurity, grant you favor among strangers, and create opportunities where you only see obstacles. Be mindful not to get so caught up in how you think God should bless you that you overlook the blessings that come in unexpected ways. Stay prayerful, obedient, humble, and open to divine opportunities. Your blessing might show up through someone you didn’t see coming, in a place that feels unfamiliar, as a small chance, or through a door you nearly passed by. While God’s ways can be surprising, His faithfulness is unwavering. The spot you least anticipate could very well be where your testimony begins. Closing Prayer Heavenly Father, thank You for being beyond the limits of human expectations and circumstances. We trust You to guide us to the places You’ve prepared for us. Lord, please open our spiritual eyes so we can spot divine opportunities. Lead us to places filled with favor, provision, purpose, and destiny. May unexpected doors swing open, surprising helpers come forth, and blessings find us according to Your perfect will. Father, grant us the wisdom to appreciate small beginnings and not overlook ordinary chances. Like Ruth, help us to be in the right field at the right moment. Like Elijah, help us to see Your provision, even when it comes from an unexpected source. We declare that our blessings will not pass us by. What You have set aside for us will find us, even in places we never imagined. Transform our wilderness into a land of provision, our obscurity into a realm of favor, and our everyday steps into divine appointments. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
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  • CALLING ALL CHRISTIANS.
    I URGENTLY NEED YOUR HELP. RIGHT NOW THERE IS AN URGENCY CONCERING THE VERY SOON COMING OF JESUS. THERE IS A DISTINCT POSSIBILITY THAT THE CATCHING AWAY OF THE TRUE CHURCH MIGHT VERY WELL HAPPEN THIS COMING FEAST OF TRUMPETS STARTING 6PM ON 11TH SEPTEMBER, 2026.

    I NEED YOUR INPUT FOR COMPILING AND PUBLISHING A SHORT EBOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE WHEREIN SUPPORTING VERSES OF SCRIPTURE VALIDIFY ALL ASPECTS OF THE COMING RAPTURE OF THE BODY OF CHRIST.

    THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE WELL INFORMED ARE INVITED TO PROVIDE, IN THE COMMENTS, A CONCISE EXPOSITION OF THIS END TIME SITUATION, ESPECIALLY CONCERNING THE REMAINING THREE JEWISH FEAST CELEBRATIONS YET UNFULFILLED BY JESUS.

    THE EBOOK WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED AS A COLLECTIVE WORK BY ALL OF US AND WILL BE FREE TO DOWNLOAD FROM AMAZON, DRAFT2DIGITAL, PAYHIP AND GOOGLE DRIVE. YOU MAY GIVE YOUR CONSENT FOR THE USE OF YOUR NAME ABOVE YOUR CONTRIBUTION SHOULD IT BE USED IN THE EBOOK.

    THIS EBOOK NEEDS TO BE PUBLISHED WITHOUT DELAY. ONCE PUBLISHED THE LINKS FOR DOWNLOAD WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU TO SHARE WITH ALL AND SUNDRY.
    CALLING ALL CHRISTIANS. I URGENTLY NEED YOUR HELP. RIGHT NOW THERE IS AN URGENCY CONCERING THE VERY SOON COMING OF JESUS. THERE IS A DISTINCT POSSIBILITY THAT THE CATCHING AWAY OF THE TRUE CHURCH MIGHT VERY WELL HAPPEN THIS COMING FEAST OF TRUMPETS STARTING 6PM ON 11TH SEPTEMBER, 2026. I NEED YOUR INPUT FOR COMPILING AND PUBLISHING A SHORT EBOOK AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE WHEREIN SUPPORTING VERSES OF SCRIPTURE VALIDIFY ALL ASPECTS OF THE COMING RAPTURE OF THE BODY OF CHRIST. THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE WELL INFORMED ARE INVITED TO PROVIDE, IN THE COMMENTS, A CONCISE EXPOSITION OF THIS END TIME SITUATION, ESPECIALLY CONCERNING THE REMAINING THREE JEWISH FEAST CELEBRATIONS YET UNFULFILLED BY JESUS. THE EBOOK WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED AS A COLLECTIVE WORK BY ALL OF US AND WILL BE FREE TO DOWNLOAD FROM AMAZON, DRAFT2DIGITAL, PAYHIP AND GOOGLE DRIVE. YOU MAY GIVE YOUR CONSENT FOR THE USE OF YOUR NAME ABOVE YOUR CONTRIBUTION SHOULD IT BE USED IN THE EBOOK. THIS EBOOK NEEDS TO BE PUBLISHED WITHOUT DELAY. ONCE PUBLISHED THE LINKS FOR DOWNLOAD WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU TO SHARE WITH ALL AND SUNDRY.
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  • DBF-001-031 continues with John 2:10. The master of the feast recognizes that something unusual has happened: the best wine has been kept until now. We should keep the focus on Christ’s provision and avoid turning the verse into a promise of material abundance.

    DAILY BREAD FELLOWSHIP

    DBF-001-032

    Today’s Scripture

    John 2:11 (ESV)

    “This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him.”

    Opening the Scriptures

    John identifies Jesus’ turning water into wine as the first of His signs.

    This was not merely a remarkable act of kindness at a wedding.

    It was a sign.

    A sign points beyond itself.

    The miracle revealed something about Jesus’ identity, authority, and glory. He was not simply a teacher, prophet, or miracle worker. He was the Son of God, possessing divine power and acting with divine authority.

    Jesus did not perform this sign to draw attention to Himself in a worldly way. He revealed His glory so that His disciples would see more clearly who He was and believe in Him.

    The miracle met a real need, but its deepest purpose was spiritual.

    The wine was temporary.

    The revelation of Christ was eternal.

    Living God’s Word Today

    It is possible to experience God’s blessings without truly recognizing what they reveal about Him.

    We may thank God for answered prayer, provision, healing, or protection, yet fail to grow in our knowledge of Christ.

    But God’s works are meant to lead us to worship.

    Every answered prayer should deepen our trust.

    Every provision should remind us of God’s faithfulness.

    Every moment of grace should direct our hearts toward the Savior.

    The disciples saw what Jesus had done, and they believed in Him.

    Their faith was not based on vague optimism or personal feelings. It was strengthened by seeing His glory revealed through His works.

    Our faith also rests on the revelation God has given us through Scripture. We may not witness Jesus turning water into wine, but we have the testimony of those who saw Him, heard Him, and recorded His works for us.

    John wrote his Gospel so that we would believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing we would have life in His name.

    Do not stop at admiring what Jesus does.

    Ask what His works reveal about who He is.

    He is powerful.

    He is compassionate.

    He is faithful.

    He is worthy of trust and worship.

    The purpose of every true encounter with Christ is not merely to make life easier.

    It is to make Him known.

    Let God’s works lead you to greater faith in Jesus.

    Question for Today

    What has God done in your life that has helped you see more clearly who Jesus is?

    Respond: “Jesus is worthy of my faith and worship.”
    DBF-001-031 continues with John 2:10. The master of the feast recognizes that something unusual has happened: the best wine has been kept until now. We should keep the focus on Christ’s provision and avoid turning the verse into a promise of material abundance. DAILY BREAD FELLOWSHIP DBF-001-032 Today’s Scripture John 2:11 (ESV) “This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him.” Opening the Scriptures John identifies Jesus’ turning water into wine as the first of His signs. This was not merely a remarkable act of kindness at a wedding. It was a sign. A sign points beyond itself. The miracle revealed something about Jesus’ identity, authority, and glory. He was not simply a teacher, prophet, or miracle worker. He was the Son of God, possessing divine power and acting with divine authority. Jesus did not perform this sign to draw attention to Himself in a worldly way. He revealed His glory so that His disciples would see more clearly who He was and believe in Him. The miracle met a real need, but its deepest purpose was spiritual. The wine was temporary. The revelation of Christ was eternal. Living God’s Word Today It is possible to experience God’s blessings without truly recognizing what they reveal about Him. We may thank God for answered prayer, provision, healing, or protection, yet fail to grow in our knowledge of Christ. But God’s works are meant to lead us to worship. Every answered prayer should deepen our trust. Every provision should remind us of God’s faithfulness. Every moment of grace should direct our hearts toward the Savior. The disciples saw what Jesus had done, and they believed in Him. Their faith was not based on vague optimism or personal feelings. It was strengthened by seeing His glory revealed through His works. Our faith also rests on the revelation God has given us through Scripture. We may not witness Jesus turning water into wine, but we have the testimony of those who saw Him, heard Him, and recorded His works for us. John wrote his Gospel so that we would believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing we would have life in His name. Do not stop at admiring what Jesus does. Ask what His works reveal about who He is. He is powerful. He is compassionate. He is faithful. He is worthy of trust and worship. The purpose of every true encounter with Christ is not merely to make life easier. It is to make Him known. Let God’s works lead you to greater faith in Jesus. Question for Today What has God done in your life that has helped you see more clearly who Jesus is? Respond: “Jesus is worthy of my faith and worship.”
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  • Conflict and Courage.
    Esther 1:1-12

    When the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded ... to bring Vashti the queen before the king with the crown royal, to shew the people and the princes her beauty: for she was fair to look on. Esther 1:10, 11.
    When this command came from the king, Vashti did not carry out his orders, because she knew that wine had been freely used, and that Ahasuerus was under the influence of the intoxicating liquor. For her husband's sake as well as her own, she decided not to leave her position at the head of the women of the court.37The S.D.A. Bible Commentary 3:1139.

    It was when the king was not himself, when his reason was dethroned by wine-drinking that he sent for the queen, that those present at his feast, men besotted by wine, might gaze on her beauty. She acted in harmony with a pure conscience.

    Vashti refused to obey the king's command, thinking that when he came to himself, he would commend her course of action. But the king had unwise advisers. They argued it would be a power given to woman that would be to her injury.38Ibid.

    However high their office, men are amenable to God. The great power exercised by kings, often leads to extremes in exaltation of self. And the worthless vows made to enact laws which disregard the higher laws of God, lead to great injustice.

    Occasions of indulgence such as are pictured in the first chapter of Esther, do not glorify God. But the Lord accomplishes His will through men who are nevertheless misleading others. If God did not stretch forth His restraining hand, strange presentations would be seen. But God impresses human minds to accomplish His purpose, even though the one used continues to follow wrong practices. And the Lord works out His plans through men who do not acknowledge His lessons of wisdom. In His hand is the heart of every earthly ruler, to turn whithersoever He will, as He turneth the waters of the river.39Ibid.
    Conflict and Courage. Esther 1:1-12 When the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded ... to bring Vashti the queen before the king with the crown royal, to shew the people and the princes her beauty: for she was fair to look on. Esther 1:10, 11. When this command came from the king, Vashti did not carry out his orders, because she knew that wine had been freely used, and that Ahasuerus was under the influence of the intoxicating liquor. For her husband's sake as well as her own, she decided not to leave her position at the head of the women of the court.37The S.D.A. Bible Commentary 3:1139. It was when the king was not himself, when his reason was dethroned by wine-drinking that he sent for the queen, that those present at his feast, men besotted by wine, might gaze on her beauty. She acted in harmony with a pure conscience. Vashti refused to obey the king's command, thinking that when he came to himself, he would commend her course of action. But the king had unwise advisers. They argued it would be a power given to woman that would be to her injury.38Ibid. However high their office, men are amenable to God. The great power exercised by kings, often leads to extremes in exaltation of self. And the worthless vows made to enact laws which disregard the higher laws of God, lead to great injustice. Occasions of indulgence such as are pictured in the first chapter of Esther, do not glorify God. But the Lord accomplishes His will through men who are nevertheless misleading others. If God did not stretch forth His restraining hand, strange presentations would be seen. But God impresses human minds to accomplish His purpose, even though the one used continues to follow wrong practices. And the Lord works out His plans through men who do not acknowledge His lessons of wisdom. In His hand is the heart of every earthly ruler, to turn whithersoever He will, as He turneth the waters of the river.39Ibid.
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