John 2:3-5 KJV, “And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine. Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come. His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.”
EG White, SOP, Vol 2, 1877, p. 101, “The wine used was the pure juice of the grape, and it was impossible to provide it at that late hour . . .
His [Christ] manner was respectful, yet firm; he designed to teach Mary that the time for her to control him as a mother, was ended. His mighty work now lay before him, and no one must direct concerning the exercise of his divine power. There was danger that Mary would presume upon her relationship to Christ, and feel that she had special claims upon him and special rights. As Son of the Most High, and Saviour of the world, no earthly ties must hold him from his divine mission, nor influence the course he must pursue. It was needful that he should stand free from every personal consideration, ready to do the will of his Father in Heaven.”
EG White, SOP, Vol 2, 1877, p.104, “This donation of Christ to the marriage supper was a symbol of the means of salvation. The water represented baptism into his death, the wine, the shedding of his blood for the purifying of the sins of the world. The provision made for the wedding-guests was ample, and not less abundant is the provision for blotting out the iniquities of men.”
EG White, SOP, Vol 2, 1877, p. 106, “Here is a lesson for the disciples of Christ through all. time, not to exclude themselves from society, renouncing all social communion and seeking a strict seclusion from their fellow-beings. In order to reach all classes, we must meet them where they are; for they will seldom seek us of their own accord. Not alone from the pulpit are the hearts of men and women touched by divine truth. Christ awakened their interest by going among them as one who desired their good.”
Marriage is a divine gift to human beings. It is a sacred commitment between male and female. This shows us the righteousness of the Father and His Son by creating Adam and Eve. Marriage in Cana is a foretaste to the marriage in Heavenly Canaan between Christ and His bride (people).
Jesus will always provide enough grace to satisfy. Much like in Cana He gave the best for last. “When we all get to heaven what a day of rejoicing that will be. When we all see Jesus We’ll sing and shout the victory!’
John 17:3 KJV, “And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.” This is the most magnanimous promise that I know. By knowing the Father and His Son is life eternal. A beautiful story of love indeed!
A Blessed Preparation day to all.
Sincerely in the Blessed Hope.