Like most Christians, Disciples Affirm:
Open Communion
The Lord’s Supper, or Communion is celebrated in weekly worship. It is open to all who believe in Jesus Christ.
Freedom of belief
Disciples are called together around one essential of faith: belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Persons are free to follow their consciences guided by the Bible, the Holy Spirit study and prayer, and are expected to extend that freedom to others.
Baptism by immersion
In baptism the old self-centered life is set aside, and a new life of trust in God begins. Although Disciples practice baptism by immersion, other baptism traditions are honored.
Belief in the oneness of the church
All Christians are called to be one in Christ and to seek opportunities for common witness and service.
The ministry to believers
Both ministers and lay persons lead in worship, service and spiritual growth.
In this text, we’re back in Cana. Most scholars see the first twelve books of the Fourth Gospel as the “Book of Signs,” in which Jesus does things that cause others to know who he is and believe in him. And within that “Book of Signs,” according to some scholars, there is a discrete section from the beginning of chapter 2 through the end of chapter 4, bookended by the first and second of the seven signs taking place at Cana.
My folks used to watch those People’s Court-style judge shows every afternoon. You know what I’m talking about; I think Judge Wapner on The People’s Court was the first one, but he certainly wasn’t the last. A lot of the cases that are dealt with on those shows are pretty minor in the scheme of things, but they’ve managed to break friendships, sometimes even sparked family feuds, when someone has damaged property or taken something that another person thinks belongs to them, or whatever.
Morning Prayer for February 16, 2027. Scriptures: Psalm 41; Mark 2:1-5. Hymn: Softly and Tenderly. CCLI streaming license #20546947.
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