GOOD ADVICE

MEMOR John 2:5: His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.

Jesus performed his first miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. Weddings are great occasions but are sometimes prone to problems. At Cana, the problem was a shortage of wine. Mary told Jesus about it and then said to the servants, "...WHATSOEVER HE SAITH UNTO YOU, DO IT." Her advice is still wise counsel today.

If you decide to do whatever Jesus says, you will have to begin where you are. The waterpots that would hold that miracle product were right there in front of the servants. Some dream of doing great things for God in other lands or in some distant part of our country. And they may. But not unless they begin where they are. That is always God's order for service.

If you decide to do whatever Jesus says, it will involve labor. Jesus said, "Fill the waterpots with water." That meant work. Nevertheless, they obeyed Him and filled them to the brim. I know of no lazy successful servant of God. There are no shortcuts to spirituality or fruitfulness. Serving God requires hours of energy, as well as an investment of talents and abilities.

If you decide to do whatever Jesus says, it will demand faith. The Saviour's instruction to the servants was: "Draw (some) out now and bear unto the governor of the feast." At their last look, that liquid had been water. Each step toward the host was a step of faith, yet they went without delay. And their faith was rewarded.

If you truly decide to do whatever Jesus says, you will become part of a miracle -- His miracle of direction and power in your life.