MONTHLY NEWSLETTER With Rev. Dr C. A. ONITIRI (September 2025 Edition)
SCRIPTURE FOR THE MONTH: JOHN 2V1-11.
“1 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there:
2 And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage.
3 And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.
4 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.
5 His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.
6 And there were set there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins apiece.
7 Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim.
8 And he saith unto them, Draw out now, and bear unto the governor of the feast. And they bare it.
9 When the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast called the bridegroom,
10 And saith unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now.
11 This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.” (KJV)
THEME: “FROM EMPTY JARS TO OVERFLOWING JOY”
Dearly Beloved in Christ,
Welcome to the blessed month of September 2025 – a month of divine transformation and testimonies. As we step into this new season, we anchor ourselves on the story of the first miracle of Jesus at the wedding in Cana of Galilee. In this miracle, Jesus turned water into wine, revealing His glory and strengthening the faith of His disciples. This month, may the Lord visit your “empty jars” and turn them into vessels of overflowing joy.
MESSAGE EXPOSITION
John 2:1–11 gives us the account of a wedding celebration that ran out of wine. At the point of embarrassment, Jesus stepped in and turned ordinary water into choice wine. This passage is not just about a miracle—it is about:
- Divine Timing: Jesus told His mother, “My hour has not yet come” (v.4), yet at the right moment, He manifested His glory.
- Divine Transformation: What was ordinary (water) became extraordinary (wine).
- Divine Abundance: When Jesus blesses, He does so lavishly—six stone jars filled to the brim.
- Faith in Action: Mary’s instruction, “Whatever He says to you, do it” (v.5), is the key to miracles.
This month, God wants to take the “ordinary” in your life and make it extraordinary, as you obey His word.
BIBLICAL EXAMPLES
Moses at the Red Sea (Exodus 14:13–16): God turned an impossible situation into a pathway of victory.
The Widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8–16): A handful of flour and oil became an unending supply.
The Feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:5–13): Five loaves and two fish became a feast for thousands.
In each case, obedience to God’s word released supernatural provision.
LESSONS
- Jesus Cares for Every Area of Life – Even in celebrations, He is present. Invite Him into your daily life.
- Obedience Unlocks Miracles – Blessings follow when we do “whatever He says.”
- God Turns Shame to Glory – Just as the couple was saved from shame, God can turn your disgrace into grace.
- God’s Blessing Brings Quality and Abundance – The wine Jesus made was the best, showing God gives excellently.
- Miracles Reveal Christ’s Glory – Our testimonies are meant to point people to Christ.
CROSS REFERENCES
Isaiah 43:19 – “Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth.”
2 Kings 4:1–7 – The widow’s jars filled with oil until there was no vessel left.
Philippians 4:19 – “My God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory.”
John 10:10 – Jesus came to give us life in abundance.
PROPHETIC DECLARATION FOR SEPTEMBER:
This month, every empty jar in your life shall be filled with God’s supernatural supply. Your story will change from lack to abundance, from shame to glory, from ordinary to extraordinary in Jesus’ name.
PRAYER POINT
Lord, in this month of September, visit my empty jars and fill me with overflowing joy, provision, and testimonies. Give me the grace to obey Your word without hesitation.”
PRACTICAL CHALLENGE
Each week of September, identify one area of your life where you need transformation. Commit it to God in prayer, and intentionally obey His leading in that area.
CONCLUSION
Dearly beloved, September is your month of divine transformation. Just as water became wine at Cana, God will bring sweetness where there has been bitterness, joy where there has been sorrow, and abundance where there has been lack. Walk with Christ in faith and obedience, and your life shall be a testimony of His glory.
Happy New Month of September – Go and Experience Overflowing Joy!
Shalom!
