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A Lenten study by the clergy of Floris United Methodist Church in Herndon, Virginia (Washington D.C. area), Seven Miracles invites readers on a transformative Lenten journey through the Gospel of John, guided by the wisdom and pastoral experience of United Methodist clergy. In these pages, you will encounter seven miraculous signs of Jesus-not simply as stories of supernatural wonder, but as windows into the heart of God's love and the abundant life Jesus offers. Written in a warm, devotional style, this book encourages personal reflection while offering fresh insights into how the miracles of Christ speak to the struggles, hopes, and longings of our lives today. Each chapter explores one of John's miracle stories, drawing out the spiritual meaning and inviting readers to consider how God is still at work bringing healing, transformation, and new life in unexpected ways. This resource is designed not only for individual devotion but also for the life of the church. A built-in group study guide accompanies each chapter, complete with reflection questions, suggested prayers, and space for discussion. Whether used in a Sunday school class, a small group, or a midweek Lenten gathering, Seven Miracles provides a rich framework for honest conversation and shared spiritual growth. Lent is a season of preparation, a time to walk with Christ toward the cross and the empty tomb. Seven Miracles helps us see that along the way, God gives signs that point us to life-zóé, the fullness of life in Christ. By exploring these miracles together, you and your community will be equipped to enter Holy Week with renewed faith and to celebrate Easter with hearts attuned to the wonder of God's grace. Seven Miracles is an invitation to encounter Jesus anew this Lent, in both the miraculous and the everyday, and to discover again the hope of resurrection life.