Two Guys on a Log: Do What Jesus Tells You

A large log hangs suspended from two swing chains in our backyard.  This was the scene of mine and Gabe's Bible reading this morning: Jesus' First Miracle.

I was struck by the words of Mary, "Do what Jesus tells you to do."

The servants had a problem.  A need was identified.  "We are out of wine!"

The solution.  "Do what Jesus tells you to do."

At this point I am conflicted.   I see an opportunity to make a connection for Gabe, but I also hear something for me.  "What is God saying to me today?  How am I responding?"  I could sit on that one for a while.  How about you?  I tucked this one away for the moment at hand...

Since wine is not a familiar substance in our home, I likened it to having a cup of water and--without any grounds or beans or French press or filter--it suddenly becoming coffee.  (Gabe really likes helping me make coffee.)

Now, we know how this ends.  Simple, right?  Automatic, right?  "And what happened when the servants did what Jesus told them to do, Gabe?"

"He turned the water into wine."  The servants responded.  They did what Jesus told them to do.


Segue. "This is why it is important for you and Abby and Lydia to do what Mommy and Daddy ask you to do.  It helps you learn to do what Jesus asks you to do."  I get it.  It's important for our children to learn to do what we ask them to do.  This is a training ground, preparation for a life of living in God's love, a life response to the One who has given all so that we might live.  "Parents, do not exasperate your children."  No pressure parents, right?

Then I get to thinking about my life today.  What is God saying to me?  How am I responding?