John 2:5 - His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
Those were the words of Mary, the mother of Jesus, at a wedding ceremony in Galilee. The wine had run out but she knew her Son could fix that little problem. So she called on Him to take care of it. His initial response, however, was “Woman, why do you involve me?” Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.” (John 2:4). She wasn't bothered by her Son's initial resistance. In fact, like many typical mothers, she ignored Him. Turning to the servants at the event, she told them to do whatever He instructed. And to honor His earthly mother, Jesus obeyed her request and promptly turned water to wine.
“Do whatever he tells you.”
What did the Savior require from the servants? John 2:7 - Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water”; so they filled them to the brim. The Master of Ceremony regaled the wine for being the best he'd had at the event. He praised the bridegroom's wisdom for having saved the best wine till later, instead of bringing out the cheap stuff after everyone was already well-fed and likely, well-drunk.
“Do whatever he tells you.”
Those words weren't just for the servants at that wedding party. They are just as true for you and I today. As believers, we are servants of Jesus Christ, called to do as He has commanded. And just like those obedient servants witnessed a miracle, so too can we experience the miraculous. We only need to obey Jesus and do what He says.
What has Jesus called us to do? Among other things, He has asked us to repent of our sins (Matthew 4:17). He has also asked us to believe in Him (John 14:6). He has told all to be born again in order to enter Heaven (John 3:5). He has called us to love the Lord completely (Mark 12:30). He has called us to love one another (Mark 12:31). And because He said “If you love me, keep my commands" (John 14:15) then, we need to implement what He's instructed in our lives. We need to have faith that He will help us accomplish this because of the promise in Philippians 2:13 - For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him (NLT). As long as we've committed to follow Christ and His commands, He will surely help us grow in obedience day by day.
“Do whatever he tells you.”
This has to be the watchword we live by - committing to obey Christ's instructions and serve Him wholeheartedly. Then, shall we witness an increase in miracles around us as well as in our personal lives. May the Savior help us to grow in our obedience. May we remember that the Lord blesses us so we can obey Him even more. And may we strive to increase in faith and obedience to Him, IJMN, Amen.
See you at Noon EST when we'll worship the Lord then intercede for others. These are both ways to honor the Lord and do as Jesus has instructed. So, come on back and join us for fellowship right here. God bless you!
CLOSING PRAYER
Thank You, gracious God for Your mercy and kindness upon us all. Thank You for bringing us to the end of another hour of fellowship. You are too kind and I am grateful for Your mercy and grace.
Lord, I submit all who participated and will participate in today's fellowship to You. I pray that they will enjoy Your goodness and that Your mercy will speak for them in their times of need. Thank You Father for this and so much more, IJMN, Amen.
From BI - As cases of Covid are rising again, Lord I pray You put an end to this virus. Abba, You are He who open a door and not man can shut. You shut a door and no man can open it. I pray that You Lord will shut the door on Covid and shield Your children from another pandemic. I pray that people that have tested positive receive divine visitation and are completely healed. Watch over Your children and grant them reassurance that You are always with them. May Your love, healing and strength sweep over Your children IJMN Amen.
Father, thank You for being the prayer-answering God that You are. Thank You for being mindful of mankind and showing so much love.
2 Peter 3:18 - But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.
Father this is my prayer for all who interact with the messages, praises and prayers shared through this fellowship. No matter the objectives of the devil, may they grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ. IJMN Amen.
All glory be to Jesus Christ forever! Hallelujah!
Praise be to You, our living God. Almighty Father, I worship You and thank You for creating the heavens, the earth, the seas and all that are in them. Hallelujah!
Isaiah 55:12 - You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.
Lord, I lift up this scripture on behalf of those who are here today. May they go out in Your joy and be led by Your peace. May all the earth be glad before them and clap their hands. All because they are Your children and the earth responds to You who rejoice in Your people.
IJMN, Amen.
From BI - Lord, I lift cancer patients into Your capable hands. I pray You empower them to not give up and to cast all their cares unto You. I pray that You Lord will surround them with Your love, light and touch their hearts with hope. I pray for complete healing and restoration to their body, mind and spirit. Grant them strength and show them mercy. I pray every cell, organ and system bow to the authority of Christ and by His stripes they are completely healed. I pray that those researching a cure for this disease will receive divine breakthrough. Grant knowledge, skill and perseverance to all those involved in caring for cancer patients. I pray negative health reports turn into praise reports IJMN Amen.
Isaiah 54:17 - No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, And their righteousness is from Me,” Says the LORD. (NKJV)
I pray against any spirit or person who seeks to stand against the will of the Lord for His people. I decree in the name of Jesus that every weapon seeking to bring confusion and disunity into this fellowship be silenced in the darkness IJMN Amen.
Mark 3:27 - No one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods, unless he first binds the strong man. And then he will plunder his house. (NKJV)
I speak against every spirit of rebellion, witchcraft, death, deception, pride, fear, lies, self pity, disease, glamor, divination, new age, suicide and anything else that has sought to root itself in this gathering. Everything that my Father did not plant is hereby uprooted IJMN Amen.
I decree harmony with the will and purpose of God in this gathering. That He be glorified here now and forever more. Amen.
PRAYER TIME
Glory be to God in the highest! Let us now turn our attention to saying prayers for others.
Take a moment to think about the times you wish you had someone to pray with or for you. Today, you have the opportunity to do that for someone else.
So, please pray for somebody. Call on the Lord to help that person. Then pray for another person. And do it again. We can never pray for others enough.
Psalm 18:46 - The LORD lives! Praise be to my Rock! Exalted be God my Savior!
Hallelujah!
All glory belongs to the Rock of my salvation. Thank You, Heavenly Father for all You do and all that You are. To this generation and those to come.
Be Thou glorified forever, IJN, Amen!!!
Psalm 118:4 - Let those who fear the LORD say: “His love endures forever.”
Lord, I fear You and I declare that Your love endureth forever.
Thank You God for the privilege to proclaim this. And thank You that I enjoy this blessing of never-ending love from You.
Glory be to Your Holy Name.
From BI - God of Yes and Amen, thank You for all You are doing in the lives of the people around me. Thank You for JO, GC, RH, JI, MM and my fellow peppers. You truly are a wonderful Father. All I can say is thank You Lord! You alone are worthy of all praise, honour and adoration.
Psalm 37:28 - For the LORD loves the just and will not forsake his faithful ones. Wrongdoers will be completely destroyed; the offspring of the wicked will perish.
Thank You Father for being the God who justifies and vindicates His people because as sinners we could never fully be blameless. Thank You for taking that responsibility and in turn blessing those You have justified. Thank You so much for this privilege. I am grateful for how it plays out in my life and the lives of my loved ones.
Praise the Lord!
From BI - Thank You El ROI for seeing me and listening to my prayers. Thank You for both answered and unanswered prayers. Thank You Abba for working everything out for my good. Thank You for healing, forgiving and loving me. Thank You for Your provisions, mercy, patience, grace, favour and so much more than I can count. Thank You Lord for all the negativity You averted from my path. Thank You for a beautified destiny and for shining Your light unto my path. A million tongues will never suffice. Thank You infinitely!
PRAISE TIME
Praise the Lord!! Glory be to God in the highest!
It is time for us to worship the Lord Almighty. So show Him a lot of love by dancing, speaking and writing out your thanks to Him.
From UNCG - That's so hard
From BNB - Good morning Ladies,
I’ve been MIA in this thread for a while. Everything was going somewhat smoothly for me in life so I turned away and wasn’t as faithful as God told us to be. With that being said I experienced the worst thing imaginable about a month ago, and I’m still working through it. In my darkest moments I listened to the enemy and let him plant seeds of fear and despair in my mind. I’m glad to say with the support of those around me and Plunderer I haven’t given up. I’m on a new journey as being born again and strengthening my relationship and faith with God. I’m working on strengthening my knowledge in the word. Yes, I’m a work in progress but I believe and I’m listening and trusting. My prayer today is for those who are grieving as it hits home for me. God, You see those who mourn, and You promise to comfort them. Please bring healing to our hearts when we grieve. Give hope to those feeling hopeless, and strength to anyone feeling overwhelmed. Show us how close You are in the midst of our mourning. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
From IA84 - Before I head out to get some work done, I just want to say hello to everyone here. I know I've been missing the past few weeks. I've been trying to cut back on obligations and lower stress, which has been difficult. I pray for peace, prosperity and happiness. I pray that whatever the troubles of your heart, are no more. I pray that no matter the circumstances, you will be blessed with everything your heart and hands can hold, and then some. I pray everyone's safety as we go out into the world today. Keep your eyes open, and your guards up at all times. Stay prayerful and trust. And as the saying goes, "Be Still and Know", because he is God. Let us all be blessed, stay blessed and enjoy the love and presence of our most high. Amen!
From SAGG - It's interesting about this story of Jesus turning water into wine because I've been thinking of inviting a Christian guy I met recently to game night and was planning to text him today. I was going to joke "Jesus turned that water into wine but you don't have to drink it" and tell him they serve water and juice. The game night is located at a wine bar/lounge and I think he's more conservative than me
Lord help bring me clarity and peace in this situation. I don't know why we crossed paths and things started off innocently as platonic but now it seems I'm in a situationship.
From EC - Amen and good morning ladies!
From M22 - Thank you Abba for a new day. We bless your name for being who you are. For protecting, providing and guiding us. Help us to continue to rest in you Abba IJMN amen.
Happy Fellowship day Peppers.
Thank you for today's word sis @FFJ . The first words that cane to my heart were "More of God, Less of me". I pray that we continue to center our lives on honoring and pleasing our dear Abba. I pray that we continue to live our lives in obedience to him irrespective of what the world thinks. I pray that we continue to grow in love, devotion and obedience to our beautiful ever faithful Abba. IJMN amen.
From BI - Thank You my Abba Father for another great day that You have made, I will rejoice and be glad in it. Thank You for protecting me and providing for me. Thank You for always being present in my life and never turning Your love away. Thank You Lord for Your light that penetrates the darkest places. I thank You for being the same God yesterday, today and forever. Glory be to Your Holy Name forever and ever Amen.
Thank you for today's word sis @FFJ. I pray that a fresh fire, fresh zeal, fresh consecration for Jesus rest upon us all. May there be a stirring in us. May we abandon our fleshly desires and live according to the Spirit. May the Holy Spirit empower us to live boldly for Christ, obeying His commands so we may be worthy partakers of the fruits of His passion, death and resurrection IJMN Amen.