“The Savior of the World: Jesus Calls His Disciples” What a fishing story! Today, we consider the miraculous catch of fish in the Sea of Galilee. And it didnt come about because of Simon Peters fishing expertise and experience. He and his fishing partners had toiled all night, with no success. Then Jesus told Simon Peter to do the unreasonable--cast his nets into the deep water in the heat of the day. Although he was reluctant to do so, Peter obeyed the Lord, and the result was amazing! The boats were so full of fish that they almost sank! But the real catch wasnt the fish. That catch was a preview of an even greater catch that would happen as Christ works through His disciples to fish for people. As we invite people to know Jesus, we can trust that Jesus will miraculously catch others in the nets of His salvation. Just think of the fishing stories we will have to share in heaven! Driving the Word Home - (Luke 5:1-11) Please take the opportunity throughout the week to consider and discuss the following questions based on the sermon and the Gospel reading from Luke. Sunday Was this account the first encounter between Jesus and Simon Peter, or were there others? (see Luke 4:38-39; John 1:35-42). Monday In verse three, we that Jesus wanted to use Peters boat as platform for inviting others to know Him. In what ways does Jesus want to use you and your life as a platform for inviting others to know Jesus? Tuesday When Jesus shifting from teaching to fishing, how did Simon Peter respond? (v. 5) Wednesday What would have made Jesus fishing instructions strange to Peter? Thursday How did Peter respond to the miraculous catch of fish? Why did he respond this way? (v. 8-10). Friday Might the Lord be calling you to go deeper with Him, instead of staying close to shore? Saturday Was the miraculous catch of fish the focus of this fishing story, or was it a preview for an even greater fishing story? How does fishing for people fit into this fishing story? Sunday Was this account the first encounter between Jesus and Simon Peter, or were there others? (see Luke 4:38-39; John 1:35-42).
Posted on: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 16:43:03 +0000
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