Believing the Story to Be True (John 2:1-12) [Jay Thomas]

The joy of Advent is the object of our longings, namely, Jesus. There are truths about Jesus that get me fired up and hopeful, yes. I thirst for knowledge about Jesus and the world he rules, indeed. But the Scripture paints a picture of belief that is not less than a teaching moment but far more. It is a wedding scene. In Advent, I am reminded that I await a marriage - to Jesus. My belief is love and trust given to the lover of my soul, Jesus. Belief is union with my Savior. That is very different than what a lot of people think about with faith, and belief, etc. The call to follow Jesus is a call to be in intimacy with him - shame-destroying, sin-forgiving, holiness-making, beautiful union with the King of Kings.