When God calls us to act, the foundation of our obedience is not just the command itself, but the One who gives it. Like the servants at the wedding in Cana, we are called to trust and follow Jesus’ instructions, recognizing that He is not just a man but God Himself, the King of Glory. Our willingness to obey flows from our understanding of His authority, love, and character. When we remember who He is, our hearts are moved to respond, not out of obligation, but out of love and reverence for the One who holds all power and wisdom. [30:37]
John 2:1-5 (ESV)
On the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus also was invited to the wedding with his disciples. When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
Reflection: What is one area where you sense God calling you to act, but you’ve hesitated—can you take a step of obedience today, trusting in who He is rather than your own understanding?
Jesus possesses ultimate authority—He is the King of Glory, the One who sits enthroned above all, and the Creator through whom all things were made. There is no higher authority than God, and when He speaks, His word is final. Understanding Jesus’ positional authority as King and God gives us confidence to follow His direction, knowing that He rules over all and that everything belongs to Him. Our obedience is an act of worship, giving glory to the One who is worthy of all honor and praise. [37:43]
Psalm 24:7-10 (ESV)
Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle! Lift up your heads, O gates! And lift them up, O ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory! Selah
Reflection: In what ways can you honor Jesus as King in your daily decisions, acknowledging His authority over every part of your life?
When God speaks, His word is not just a suggestion—it is creative power that brings things into existence. Whatever God says is already accomplished in His reality, and we are simply catching up to what He has declared. Even when our circumstances or abilities seem lacking, we can trust that if God has spoken, it will come to pass. Our role is to believe and act, knowing that His word never returns empty but always fulfills its purpose. [43:55]
Isaiah 55:11 (ESV)
So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it.
Reflection: What promise or instruction from God have you been waiting to see fulfilled—how can you align your actions today with the truth that God’s word is already at work?
Jesus is the true Light, and wherever He is present, darkness cannot remain. Just as light exposes and dispels darkness, Jesus’ presence in our lives reveals and overcomes every hidden struggle, fear, or opposition. When we walk with Him, we can expect that some things will be exposed and some relationships or habits may fall away, but this is evidence of His power at work. Trust that His light is not only revealing but also healing, making room for His purpose to shine through you. [49:39]
John 1:4-5 (ESV)
In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
Reflection: Where do you sense darkness or hidden struggles in your life—how can you invite Jesus’ light to expose and transform these areas today?
When God calls us, conflict and feelings of inadequacy are often part of the journey. Like Moses, we may focus on our limitations or the obstacles before us, but God already knows every weakness and still chooses us. He promises to help and teach us as we go, not before we start. Delaying obedience only postpones the impact God wants to make through us. Step out in faith today, trusting that God’s strength is made perfect in your weakness, and that as you go, He will provide all you need. [56:29]
Exodus 4:10-12 (ESV)
But Moses said to the Lord, “Oh, my Lord, I am not eloquent, either in the past or since you have spoken to your servant, but I am slow of speech and of tongue.” Then the Lord said to him, “Who has made man’s mouth? Who makes him mute, or deaf, or seeing, or blind? Is it not I, the Lord? Now therefore go, and I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall speak.”
Reflection: What step of faith have you been delaying because of fear or feelings of inadequacy—what would it look like to “go now” and trust God to help and teach you along the way?
Today is a great day to be alive, and it’s a blessing to gather together and reflect on what it means to truly listen to God. Many of us struggle with the gap between when God speaks and when we actually move in obedience. Life gets in the way, but often, the real issue is that we lose sight of who it is that’s speaking to us. When God calls us to do something, it’s not just a suggestion from a distant figure—it’s a command from the King of Glory, the One who holds all authority, expertise, and influence.
Drawing from John 2, where Mary tells the servants at the wedding to “do whatever he tells you,” we are invited to see ourselves as those servants. The question isn’t just what God is asking, but who is asking. Jesus embodies three kinds of authority: positional (He is God and King), expert (His word creates reality), and influential (He walked among us and understands our struggles). When God speaks, it’s not just a command—it’s a guarantee that what He says will come to pass, and it will be good.
Yet, even knowing this, we often hesitate. Conflict arises—our circumstances, skills, or struggles seem to disqualify us. Like Moses, we see our imperfections more clearly in the light of God’s presence and wonder if we’re really the right person for the job. But God already knows our weaknesses and still chooses us. He doesn’t call us because we’re perfect; He calls us so that we’ll depend on Him. The conflict is intentional—it’s meant to drive us to rely on God’s strength, not our own.
The call is simple but urgent: go now. Don’t wait until you feel ready or until your situation looks perfect. God promises to help and teach us as we go. Our obedience isn’t just for our benefit—it’s for His glory. When we move in faith, we become part of God’s story, and others are blessed through our obedience. The time to act is now, trusting that the King of Glory is with us, empowering us, and working through us for His purposes.
John 2:1-5 (ESV) — > On the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus also was invited to the wedding with his disciples. When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
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