Jesus gets in on the "pouring out." His first miracle, the wedding at Cana, is a double poured out story. First - pour water into the jars. Then - the wine is poured out for the people. There was so much more behind the scenes to this story than just the wedding for this unnamed couple. It is a foreshadowing of the great wedding to come - of the lamb and the church. The message is that what the Messiah provides is better than you even thought possible. But that's kind of how it is when we pour out what is precious to the Lord - it is always far better!

The Outpouring

Filled to Be Spilled

John 2:1-11; 2 Corinthians 9:6-12

 Preparing for your Outpouring...

An Outpouring often creates uncomfortable tension.

See v3

HUGE NEED/SCARCITY MINDSET

vs

HUGE NEED/FATHER'S AGENDA

2 Corinthians 9:7b, "For God loves a person who gives cheerfully."

An Outpouring experience requires amazing faith.

See v5

2 Corinthians 9:7, "You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And DON'T GIVE reluctantly or in response to pressure."

A Jesus Outpouring results from purposeful filling.

See v6

2 Corinthians 9:11, "Yes, you will be enriched in every way so that you can always be generous."

On the other side of Outpouring, there are always surprising blessings.

See v10 and 11

2 Corinthians 9:6b, "The one who plants generously will get a generous crop."

Revelation 19:9, "Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb."