His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” John 2:5
Mary gives us a wonderful example to follow. First, she asks for help from Jesus, then she submits the matter and herself to Jesus.
None of us knows how God will use what is happening in our lives to advance his great purpose for us, but you can be sure that he will use every circumstance for your good. This is true of every illness, every heartache, every loss, and every disappointment. When the wine runs out, Christ will show his glory, but it is not for us to tell him how or when.
Prayer involves asking help from Jesus and submitting yourself to his purpose. So here’s how you pray when the wine is running out for you: Tell Christ what is happening, and tell him that you need his help, and then ask him to advance his great purpose in your life through it.
Husbands, don’t say “The wine is running out, so change her!” Wives, don’t say, “The wine is running out, so change him!” Say, “Lord, here is the reality we are facing. We want your glory to be revealed and your purpose to be fulfilled. We are ready for whatever that will take.”
Are you submitting yourself to Christ’s purpose as you pray? If you are married, can you come with your spouse and do this today? If your spouse is not ready to come to Christ like this with you, make a start by coming yourself.
