In John 2, Jesus began his public ministry with two incidents that started the countdown toward what he called “my hour.” Turning water into wine and driving out the marketers from the Temple courts seemed like two unrelated incidents. However, they both indicated that Jesus came to replace religious activities that could never take away sins. Also, these signs pointed forward to the way that he would take away sins: his death and resurrection. (Here are Larry’s complete sermon notes.)
Jesus has authority and power over all things and is bringing the powers of darkness down.
To those who try to impose their own rules on all Christians we should just say “No!”
Starting the day by focusing on the LORD orients the entire day toward him.
