March 3rd, 2026

Read John 2:5

His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”

Mary never really outright asks Jesus to take care of the wine situation at the wedding. But she also doesn’t shy away from what she implies to him either. I love how she confidently says to the servants nearby – “Do whatever he tells you.” She is expecting that he will act.  She is expecting a miracle! So much so that she prepares those around her to act on whatever Jesus is about to do. Oh, what faith!  

There are days I could use a little of her faith in my own life.  I sometimes find myself uncertain if God is moving in my life at all. Circumstances might seem impossible or too heavy to carry, and I feel like I am working like crazy to make progress, only to find that I am exhausted and weary from my own efforts. I’m not expecting anyone to move on my behalf…except me. But Mary’s perspective is different. She knows firsthand the power of God in her life. His faithfulness causes her to urge those around her in obedience to His words. She knows that where our human abilities stop, God’s power steps in. We only need to do what He says. We too, can expect the miracle when we seek to follow Him in obedience. 

God, help me to listen in obedience to You today. Where my strength runs out, help me to have faith that You have the power to move – and to move on my behalf. Thank You for Your love and the miracle of Your power in my life. Amen.