John 2:1-11 and Matthew 13:31-32
John's Gospel doesn't begin with a temptation story; instead, it opens Jesus's ministry with a wedding ministry with a wedding miracle. It may feel a bit lavish to start the season of Lent with a wedding banquet, but the good news begins with joy. This week we focus on subversive and playful nature of the good news. The kin-domof heaven is so good it should catch us by surprise! Like a mustard seed, the good news can grow from the smallest seed into the tallest tree. Like an unruly weed, or fine wine saved for the last, the good news is abundant and cannot be contained. As we sink into Jesus' teachings thoughout the season, we may not always be comfortable, but we can trust that these teachings are good, rooted in love, and worthy of celebration.
