Do whatever he tells you - Tuesday Praise & Pray (for others) September 26, 2023

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!