Purpose: Read the Bible text and the Bible lesson, then practice English through vocabulary, comprehension, speaking, reflection, and writing.
Recommended Level: A2–B1
1) Before You Read
Think about these questions before you begin.
- Is it ever difficult to follow instructions? Why?
- Why do people sometimes obey only part of what they are told?
- Can obedience bring unexpected blessings? Give an example.
- Who has taught you something important by setting a good example?
- What does it mean to trust someone enough to follow their directions?
2) Reading Step 1: Bible Text
Read Luke 2:15–19; John 2:1–5; John 19:25–27. Pay special attention to Mary’s words in John 2:5: “Do whatever he tells you.”
- What did the shepherds do after the angels went away?
- What did Mary do with the things she heard and saw?
- What problem happened at the wedding in Cana?
- What did Mary say to Jesus?
- What did Mary say to the servants?
- How did Jesus care for His mother from the cross?
3) Reading Step 2: Bible Lesson
Now read How to Obey Jesus’ Words. Notice how the servants obeyed Jesus completely and immediately.
- What did Jesus tell the servants to use?
- How full did the servants fill the jars?
- What happened when the steward tasted the water changed to wine?
- How did Jesus reveal His glory?
- What did Jesus’ disciples do after this sign?
4) Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Meaning | Your Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| servant | A person who serves or helps others. | |
| obey | To do what someone tells you to do. | |
| command | An instruction that should be followed. | |
| wedding feast | A celebration after a wedding. | |
| wine ran out | There was no more wine for the guests. | |
| water jars | Large containers used to hold water. | |
| to the brim | Completely full; filled to the top. | |
| miracle | A wonderful act of God that shows His power. | |
| sign | In John's Gospel, a miracle that reveals who Jesus is. | |
| glory | The greatness, beauty, and honor of God shown to others. | |
| disciple | A follower or student of Jesus. | |
| transform | To change something or someone in an important way. | |
| faithful | Steady, loyal, and trustworthy over time. |
5) Comprehension Questions
- Who went to Bethlehem to see the baby Jesus?
- What did Mary treasure and think about in her heart?
- Where was the wedding in John 2?
- Who was invited to the wedding with Jesus?
- What problem did Mary notice?
- What did Mary tell the servants to do?
- What did Jesus tell the servants to fill?
- How full did the servants fill the jars?
- What did the steward say about the wine?
- What did Jesus reveal through this sign?
- How did Jesus care for Mary from the cross?
6) Reflection Questions
- Why do you think Mary brought the problem to Jesus?
- Why is “Do whatever he tells you” still important advice today?
- Why is complete obedience sometimes harder than partial obedience?
- How can small acts of obedience help other people?
- How did Jesus use the servants’ obedience to bless the wedding guests?
- How do Luke 2, John 2, and John 19 show Mary’s faithfulness over time?
7) Speaking Practice
- Retell the story of the wedding at Cana in your own words.
- Explain the meaning of “Do whatever he tells you” in simple English.
- Describe what the servants did after Jesus gave instructions.
- Explain why complete obedience is sometimes difficult.
- Tell about a time when following good instructions helped you.
- Describe how Jesus cared for His mother from the cross.
- Speak for 30–60 seconds: Why should followers of Jesus obey His words?
- Speak for 30–60 seconds: How can obedience to Jesus bless other people?
8) Writing Practice
- Option A: Write 6–8 sentences summarizing the wedding at Cana.
- Option B: Write a paragraph explaining why Mary’s words, “Do whatever he tells you,” are still important today.
- Option C: Write about a time when obeying good instructions helped you or someone else.
- Option D: Write five sentences using these words: obey, servant, command, miracle, blessing.
9) Final Thought
Mary did not point people to herself. She pointed them to Jesus. Her simple instruction, “Do whatever he tells you,” remains wise advice for every follower of Christ. At Cana, the servants obeyed Jesus completely, and Jesus used their obedience to bless many people and reveal His glory. As we learn to trust and obey Jesus, He continues to transform lives and bless others through those who faithfully follow Him.