Scripture: John 2:13 (ESV) – “The Passover of the Jews was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, draws attention to the significance of this verse as it marks the beginning of an important event in Jesus’ ministry. The mention of the Passover underscores theContinue reading “The Passover and the Temple”
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A Time of Transition
Scripture: John 2:12 (ESV) – “After this he went down to Capernaum, with his mother and his brothers and his disciples, and they stayed there for a few days.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, reflects on this transitional verse as a glimpse into the human and relational aspects of Jesus’ ministry.Continue reading “A Time of Transition”
The First Sign of Glory
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.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, sees this verse as a pivotal moment in Jesus’ ministry. The miracle at Cana is described as the firstContinue reading “The First Sign of Glory”
The Best for Last
Scripture: John 2:10 (ESV) – “And said to him, ‘Everyone serves the good wine first, and when people have drunk freely, then the poor wine. But you have kept the good wine until now.’” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, reflects on the master of the feast’s astonishment at the quality ofContinue reading “The Best for Last”
The Miracle Revealed
Scripture: John 2:9 (ESV) – “When the master of the feast tasted the water now become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the master of the feast called the bridegroom.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, highlights the quiet yetContinue reading “The Miracle Revealed”
Draw and Deliver
Scripture: John 2:8 (ESV) – “And he said to them, ‘Now draw some out and take it to the master of the feast.’ So they took it.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, draws attention to the significance of this verse as a moment of faith and obedience. Jesus commands the servantsContinue reading “Draw and Deliver”
Filling the Jars
Scripture: John 2:7 (ESV) – “Jesus said to the servants, ‘Fill the jars with water.’ And they filled them up to the brim.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, highlights the obedience and faith of the servants in this verse. Jesus commands them to fill the six stone jars with water, andContinue reading “Filling the Jars”
Prepared for a Miracle
Scripture: John 2:6 (ESV) – “Now there were six stone water jars there for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons.” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, draws attention to the details provided in this verse, highlighting their spiritual significance. The six stone water jars, intended for ceremonialContinue reading “Prepared for a Miracle”
Do Whatever He Tells You
Scripture: John 2:5 (ESV) – “His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’” In this verse, J.C. Ryle highlights Mary’s unwavering faith and submission to Jesus’ authority. After hearing Jesus’ response in the previous verse, Mary does not argue or question Him. Instead, she simply instructs the servants to “Do whatever heContinue reading “Do Whatever He Tells You”
Jesus’ Perfect Timing
Scripture: John 2:4 (ESV) – “And Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.’” J.C. Ryle, in his Expository Thoughts on the Gospels, carefully examines Jesus’ response to Mary in this verse. Though it might initially seem abrupt, Ryle helps us understand the deeperContinue reading “Jesus’ Perfect Timing”
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