In this episode of The Follow Up, four pastors sit down together for a deeper conversation on John 2:1–12 — the wedding at Cana and Jesus’ first miracle. They explore the cultural setting of first-century Jewish weddings, the theological depth of Jesus turning water into wine, His surprising interaction with Mary, and what this miracle reveals about His identity and mission.

Key Topics Covered

• Cultural differences between ancient weddings and modern ones
• Why wine carried both practical and spiritual significance
• The symbolism of Jesus as the true Bridegroom
• Mary’s model of faith and obedience
• Jesus’ timing and the meaning of “My hour has not yet come”
• The disciples’ growing faith and the revelation of Jesus in John’s Gospel
• Practical takeaways: trust, surrender, and beholding Christ

Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & introductions

00:37 – Jewish weddings explained

02:16 – Why Jesus’ first miracle matters

03:35 – The symbolism of wine

05:02 – Mary’s faith: “Do whatever He tells you”

07:19 – Why wine was central in Jewish culture

08:14 – “My hour has not yet come”

11:24 – Jesus redefining family & faith

13:22 – What John reveals about Jesus so far

19:19 – One-sentence takeaways

22:19 – Closing reflections

Spring Lake Church – Bellevue 
Sermon: Water to Wine
Teacher: Jeff Lederer
Passages: John 2:1-12

In “Water to Wine,” Pastor Jeff Lederer teaches from John 2:1–12, where Jesus performs His first miracle at a wedding in Cana. More than turning water into wine, this sign reveals His glory, points to Him as the greater Bridegroom, and reminds us that God provides for His people. Miracles show how the Kingdom is breaking in and invites us to trust Jesus as the source of true life. Join us as we believe and follow Him with purpose.

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Spring Lake Church – Downtown
Sermon: Water to Wine
Teacher: Adam Jackson
Passages: John 2:1-12

In “Water to Wine,” Pastor Adam Jackson teaches from John 2:1–12, where Jesus performs His first miracle at a wedding in Cana. More than turning water into wine, this sign reveals His glory, points to Him as the greater Bridegroom, and reminds us that God provides for His people. Miracles show how the Kingdom is breaking in and invites us to trust Jesus as the source of true life. Join us as we believe and follow Him with purpose.

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Welcome back to The Follow-Up, where we recap each week’s sermon so you can grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus.

This week, Pastor Jack Guerra and Pastor Bill Van Kirk dive into John 1:19–51, exploring the rich meaning behind John the Baptist’s declaration, “Behold, the Lamb of God.”

They unpack how this title connects to the Old Testament sacrificial system, Passover, Abraham and Isaac, and ultimately Jesus as the Messiah who takes away the sin of the world. The conversation also highlights the disciples’ bold confessions, the invitation to “Come and See,” and how Scripture interprets Scripture.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore faith or have followed Jesus for years, this episode will deepen your understanding of who He is and what it means to believe.

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Spring Lake Church – Downtown
Sermon: Three Questions We All Face About Jesus
Teacher: Bill Van Kirk
Passages: John 1:19-51

Pastor Bill Van Kirk walks through John 1:19–51, asking if our lives point others to Christ, if we truly see Him as the Lamb of God, and if we are willing to come and see for ourselves. John the Baptist’s testimony and the first disciples’ encounters reveal Jesus as God’s Chosen One, the Messiah. Each of us must respond to who He is. Come and see the One who changes everything.

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Spring Lake Church – Bellevue 
Sermon: Three Questions We All Face About Jesus
Teacher: Jack Guerra
Passages: John 1:19-51

Pastor Jack Guerra walks through John 1:19–51, asking if our lives point others to Christ, if we truly see Him as the Lamb of God, and if we are willing to come and see for ourselves. John the Baptist’s testimony and the first disciples’ encounters reveal Jesus as God’s Chosen One, the Messiah. Each of us must respond to who He is. Come and see the One who changes everything.

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In this episode of The Follow Up, Pastor Adam and Pastor Ryan kick off our new series in the Gospel of John: That You May Believe. We dig into John 1:1–18, unpacking the identity of Jesus as both fully God and fully man, the Word made flesh, and the light that shines in the darkness.

We talk about:
 • Why John’s opening verses matter for our faith today
 • The divinity and humanity of Jesus and why both are essential
 • How Jesus reveals who God really is
 • What it means that He is the light in the darkness, especially in heavy times
 • How believers can respond with both truth and love

Whether you’re new to the Bible or have studied it for years, this conversation will help you see Jesus more clearly and grow deeper in your walk with Him.

📖 Scripture: John 1:1–18
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Spring Lake Church – Bellevue
Sermon: First Things First
Teacher: Adam Jackson
Passages: John 1:1-18

In “First Things First,” Pastor Adam Jackson explores John 1:1–18, showing us that Jesus is the eternal Word, God in the flesh, and the true light who brings life to all who believe. Full of grace and truth, He reveals God’s glory and offers us new life in His name. John reminds us that these words are written so we may believe that Jesus is the Messiah and live in Him. The question for us, are we putting Christ first in every part of life.

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Spring Lake Church – Downtown
Sermon: First Things First
Teacher: Ryan Groshek
Passages: John 1:1-18

In “First Things First,” Pastor Ryan Groshek explores John 1:1–18, showing us that Jesus is the eternal Word, God in the flesh, and the true light who brings life to all who believe. Full of grace and truth, He reveals God’s glory and offers us new life in His name. John reminds us that these words are written so we may believe that Jesus is the Messiah and live in Him. The question for us, are we putting Christ first in every part of life.

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Spring Lake Church – Bellevue and Downtown
Sermon: Road Maps
Teacher: Jack Guerra
Passages: John 2:11, John 11:1-4, John 14:6, etc...

In “Road Maps,” Pastor Jack Guerra looks at the miracles and “I Am” statements of Jesus in John, showing us how Christ reveals His power and identity. From turning water into wine to raising Lazarus, each sign points us to His Lordship. Jesus is the Bread of Life, the Good Shepherd, and the Way, Truth, and Life. As a church, we’re called to step in through serving, inviting, and praying. What is your part to play in this season?

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