Jesus
What did Jesus say at first when Mary told him that they had run out of wine?
Women, why do you involve me?
Mary (Jesus' Mom) & his disciples
In what areas of your life can you trust God’s knowledge?
I can trust God’s knowledge in all areas
What does our FIRST Biblical Principle say about Jesus?
It says that Jesus is God, the second Person of the Trinity.
What is the correct and moral application of knowledge
Wisdom
What did Jesus say second when Mary told him that they had run out of wine?
My hour has not yet come
What did the master of the feast say to the bridegroom when he tasted the water that had become wine?
He said that everyone served the good wine first and then the cheaper wine, but the bridegroom saved the good wine for last.
How did Mary respond to what Jesus said?
She responded [in faith] by telling the servants to do whatever Jesus told them to do.
According to secular humanism, where should we turn for happiness and fulfillment?
We should turn to ourselves
What is the qualities of splendor and honor or great praise and fame.
Glory
What did Jesus have the servants do?
He told them to fill six stone water jars with water.
In what city and region did the wedding take place?
Cana & Galilee
Secular humanism is a worldview attaching prime importance to what?
It attaches prime importance to humans and their resources rather than to God.
How did the disciples respond to Jesus’ miracle?
They saw His glory and believed in Him
What is truth that we have good reason to believe?
Knowledge
What key events in Jesus’ life was He referring to when He said His “hour” had not yet come?
He was referring to His death
Why was wine such an important part of the marriage banquet?
Wine was the primary drink during the time, so it was the main beverage the guests would be drinking at the banquet
How does Mary exemplify a person of wisdom?
Mary observed Jesus, learned from Him and about Him, and then reacted accordingly by putting her confidence and trust in Him.
What was our first memory passage?
Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; 31But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name” [John 20:30–31].
What does our SECOND Biblical Principle says that God is what?
It says God is omniscient, or all-knowing.
In order to change water into wine, what does God have to know?
He has to know the molecular structure of water and wine.
How would running out of wine affect the bridegroom?
He would be shamed and embarrassed, since it was his responsibility to provide what his guests needed, including the wine.
Why is secular humanism false?
It is false because God is the source of all life, knowledge, power, and strength, so humans need God.
Why did John call Jesus’ miracle a “sign”?
He called it a sign because Jesus’ miracles had a purpose or signal—to reveal His identity as God.
What are two different ways we can gain knowledge?
We can gain knowledge through study and through experience.