When Jesus clears the temple, we see His passion for pure worship and His authority as the Son of God. He isn’t just removing merchants; He’s calling hearts back to God.

The Gospel of John begins by pulling back the curtain on eternity. Before creation, before the first sunrise, there was Jesus — the eternal Word, full of life and light. He wasn’t just sent by God; He is God, and He stepped into our world so that we could know Him. These opening verses are like a deep breath for the soul, reminding us that the One who made all things also came close to redeem us. As we begin this study, let’s pause to marvel at the God who became flesh — not distant or unreachable, but near, loving, and full of grace.

Introduction:
Imagine standing in a crowd when John the Baptist points to a man walking by and declares, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” In this simple but powerful moment, we see Jesus revealed for who He truly is — the perfect sacrifice, the one who came to bear our burdens and offer us freedom. This passage invites us to see Jesus not just as a distant figure in history but as the Lamb who came for each of us personally.

The first disciples didn’t find Jesus through a sermon or a sign — they found Him through a simple invitation: “Come and see.” Jesus still calls us the same way today, gently inviting us to draw near and discover who He is. In these verses, we see the power of personal encounters and the ripple effect of one person sharing their discovery with another.

Jesus’ first miracle wasn’t dramatic or public — it was quiet and personal, yet deeply meaningful. Turning water into wine at a wedding shows both His power and His heart for ordinary people and their everyday needs.