Unexpected Confrontation: Chapter 2 (UNEXPECTED — The Book of John)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 2 (John 1:4; 2:1-21; 10:10; 15:11; Exodus 30:19-21; Leviticus 11:32; Titus 3:5; Revelation 7:14; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20)

 

The beginning of the public ministry of Jesus was not what you would expect. John chapter two does not begin with a giant crowd, a public miracle, or a deep message from Jesus. It begins with John telling us the heart and mission of Jesus, but in an unexpected way. It begins at a party...a wedding celebration with friends and family. This story usually gets told from the perspective of the miracle of turning the water into wine. Yes, this is definitely a miracle, but the reason for this miracle is the real message. Before Jesus confronts the disorder of the temple worship, He teaches the disciples a powerful message about His purpose and mission. Then, Jesus steps into a crowd and confronts some issues in a way that they would never forget.

 

Series description:

Have you ever experienced something that completely threw you off because it was so different from what you expected?

When we read the Gospels, it's easy to wonder why so many people rejected Jesus. Why didn’t they recognize Him as the Messiah and worship Him?

The truth is—everything about Jesus was unexpected. From the way He entered the world—born to poor parents and laid in a manger—to the way He loved and forgave sinners, outcasts, and even enemies.

The Gospel of John is especially unique because it highlights the surprising, counter-cultural things Jesus said and did. It shows us a Savior who pursued personal relationships with the most unlikely people.

Through John’s account, we’re invited to take a journey and experience the unexpected grace and love of Jesus—a love that still transforms lives today.

 

UNEXPECTED: The Book of John

Unexpected Confrontation

 

I. He came to cleanse

II. He came to fill us

III. He came to transform us

IV. He came to confront

A. you are the temple of God

B. you belong to God

C. God confronts what is not right