We often settle for a life filled with things that don’t satisfy, but Jesus offers us abundant life. Life and joy that is deep and lasting comes from him, and it’s available to all.
Text: John 2:1-12
1) The book of John is about life. John points out that Jesus is the one who created the world and life (John 1:3). He also writes his book so that we might believe in Jesus and have life in his name (John 19:31). In what ways does Jesus bring life? What do you think it means to have life in Jesus’ name?
2) In Jewish culture, wine represented joy. Phil points out that our culture has lost a sense of deep joy, but Jesus wants to restore the joy that we’ve lost in our lives. What things do we often turn to in order to bring us joy? How has Jesus brought joy into your life? How is the joy Jesus brings different than that of the world?
3) Phil talked about how knowing God isn’t a boring, religious activity - it’s a life-transforming relationship. “When you connect with Jesus, your world changes.” He takes our dirty water and makes it into wine. How has Jesus changed your life? How is he currently changing you or teaching you?
4) “Jesus loves to partner with us to bring change into our lives. He wants to bring abundance of life (new wine) into our lives.” What are some ways that you can partner with Jesus and the Holy Spirit to experience abundant life?
