The New Testament Witness to Christ and His Kingdom, Student Workbook, SW13

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T H E N E W T E S T A M E N T W I T N E S S T O C H R I S T A N D H I S K I N G D O M

3. Quotation of Isaiah 61

a. Announces himself as the Servant of Yahweh

b. Declares his unqualified ministry to the poor and the broken

c. Draws attention to his role and relationship to the Holy Scriptures: “Today this Scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing,” v. 21 (cf. Matt. 5.17-18)

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C. The display of his glory: the miracle at Cana of Galilee, John 2.1-12

1. Occurred several days after his baptism and conversation with his early followers (a wedding feast in Cana of Galilee)

2. Mary, the mother of Jesus, was in attendance.

3. Mary’s petition and Jesus’ reply: “My hour”

4. Miracle called a “sign” (verse 11)

a. Sign of his power and authority: the Son of Man is Lord.

b. Manifestation of his glory (i.e., his divine majesty and position)

c. Food for faith (“and his disciples believed in him,” v. 11)