Water into Wine: Hope for the Miraculous in the Struggle of the Mundane

by Kelly Minter

What Does Yesterday’s Miracle Mean to Your Life Today?

It was at an everyday wedding ceremony that Jesus Christ turned plain water into the finest of wines, marking the launch of a global ministry that would transform the world.

Though the story is familiar, the intriguing nuances and spiritual insights are too rich to be overlooked. They apply to us today, as Jesus is still turning water into wine, still making his presence known, still breathing the miraculous into the world from within the mundane.

You Are Invited…

So come back to the wedding in Cana and gaze into the faces of those present–but don’t be surprised to find your own story mirrored there. For in this story are truths poised to cross culture and time, finding their way deep into your daily life.

192 pages, Paperback

First published June 22, 2004

About the author

Kelly Minter is passionate about God’s Word and believes it permeates all of life. The personal healing and steadfast hope she’s found in the pages of Scripture fuel her passion to connect God’s Word to our everyday lives. When she’s not writing or teaching, you can find her tending her garden, taking a walk with friends, cooking for her nieces and nephews, riding a boat down the Amazon River, or walking through a Moldovan village with Justice & Mercy International. Kelly holds a master’s degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Denver Seminary.

A few of Kelly’s past Bible studies and books include: Esther: Daring Faith for Such a Time as This; Encountering God: Cultivating Habits of Faith through the Spiritual Disciplines; and The Blessed Life: A 90-Day Devotional through the Miracles and Teachings of Jesus. To see a full list of Kelly’s Bible studies and books, visit kellyminter.com/store.

Reviews

[Tammy Mannarino · Rating 4 out of 5]

The subtitle of Kelly's book says it all: Hope for the Miraculous in the Struggle of the Mundane. No, the writing isn't stellar but that's kind of the point. Life is what happens when you are busy making plans. And those plans don't always come to fruition. Kelly has some great insights that also happen to be practical and universal.

[Candy Shepard · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book. It’s not rich in theology, nor is it preachy. It’s just real life. It’s like reading a friend’s letter or journal and watching her grow. Easy to read and real stuff. It helps you connect the wedding in Cana to your life circumstances, showing you that the Bible IS relevant today.

[Carmen Tucker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like how the author uses the biblical passage of Jesus' miracle of turning water into wine to help us today with our spiritual and human lives. I especially liked the last chapter.

[Rebekah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read some of the comments on this book and I wonder if we read the same one? I am really thankful for this open and honest look at struggle in the Christian walk. I also enjoyed a fresh look at many of the details of Jesus' first miracle. I am thankful that scripture is alive and each look can uncover new insights that seem to smack you right in the middle of your personal struggle. I don't know about specific ways to write a "well written" book but one that draws someone closer into the arms of a loving, transforming God will always be well written in my opinion.

[Tarrah Lancaster · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was going between 3 or 4 stars. It lacked some religious depth and it started pretty slow to me but once I got a little into it, I started hearing her heart more. I found several things worth underlining and will take with me after reading. I did enjoy it though and was encouraged by it. Some parts were hard to relate to because I did not have a good home life or childhood and she is very close to her family. Also, she has an artists lifestyle which is opposite of mine too but I am glad I read it! A great reminder of God's love for the details of our life.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was more of a starting point than anything. I needed a fairly light read to get back on track with my times with God. This book did have many good illustrations about some of the basics- trust, obedience, expectations, desires. It was a good read of the same scripture (the wedding in Cana) from different perspectives and with different themes in mind.

[Stacey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book. She made a lot of good points and gave me a new way to view the miracle of water to wine in Cana. I only give it 3 stars because there are a few places where it rambles a bit and/or goes a little off topic. With better editing, this could easily be a 4 or 5 star book.

[Kayla DeVault · Rating 1 out of 5]

Awful writing, sounded more like a diary or rambling