Background People

Scripture – John 2:8-11: Then he told them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet.” They did so, and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew. Then he called the bridegroom aside and said, “Everyone brings out the choice wine first and then the cheaper wine after the guests have had too much to drink; but you have saved the best till now.” This, the first of his miraculous signs, Jesus performed at Cana in Galilee. He thus revealed his glory, and his disciples put their faith in him.

Observation – (Write down what you see in the scripture.) The servants are the first ones to recognize this miracle. They have been in the background. They have obeyed Jesus’ very simple instructions. As a result, they get the first glimpse of His glory. It puts me in mind of the shepherds on Christmas Eve. God really does care for the quiet background people – the people I see (but usually don’t “see”) every day. Right now, for example, I’m sitting in a hotel lobby. Many service people are moving quietly in the background, keeping things running. Christ sees and loves each one of them.

Application – (Write how you will be different today because of what you have just read.) I will pay attention to the “background” people today. I will look them in the eye and see them as unique individuals with stories of their own.

Prayer – (Write out a brief prayer.) Help me do that, Lord. Remind me you came into the world as a “background” person. Everyone has a story and a life. All are created and loved by you. Keep my eyes and my heart open today. To see people as you do.