The First Miracle of Jesus: Water into Wine
Jesus’ life on earth was filled with moments of love, teaching, and miracles. One of His first miracles happened at a joyful event—a wedding celebration in a village called Cana, in Galilee.
Jesus was invited to this wedding, along with His mother Mary and His disciples. It was a happy occasion. People laughed, danced, and celebrated together. But during the celebration, something went wrong—the wine ran out. This was a serious problem in those days, as wine was an important part of the wedding tradition. The hosts were embarrassed and didn’t know what to do.
Mary, the mother of Jesus, noticed the problem. She went to her son and gently said, “They have no more wine.” Jesus replied, “My time has not yet come,” but Mary believed in Him. She turned to the servants and said, “Do whatever He tells you.”
Jesus looked around and saw six large stone jars nearby. Each jar could hold about 20 to 30 gallons of water. He told the servants, “Fill the jars with water.” They obeyed and filled them to the brim. Then Jesus said, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet.”
The servant did as Jesus said. When the master of the banquet tasted the water, it had become wine—not just any wine, but the finest wine he had ever tasted. Surprised, the master called the bridegroom and said, “Usually people serve the best wine first and the cheaper wine later, but you have saved the best until now!”
This was the first miracle Jesus performed, and it revealed His divine power. His disciples saw it and believed in Him even more deeply.
But this miracle was more than just about wine. It showed Jesus’ compassion, His attention to even the smallest needs, and how His presence brings joy and abundance. It was a sign that wherever Jesus is, something wonderful can happen.