Daily Word Of God
Luke 5:3-6, 8-9, 10b-11
Jesus got into one of the boats – it was Simon’s – and asked him to put out a little from the shore. Then he sat down and taught the crowds from the boat. When he had finished speaking he said to Simon, ‘Put out into deep water and pay out your nets for a catch.’ Simon replied, ‘Master, we worked hard all night long and caught nothing, but if you say so, I will pay out the nets.’
And when they had done this they netted such a huge number of fish that their nets began to tear. When Simon Peter saw this he fell at the knees of Jesus saying, ‘Leave me, Lord; I am a sinful man.’ For he and all his companions were completely awestruck at the catch they had made.
But Jesus said to Simon, ‘Do not be afraid; from now on it is people you will be catching.’ Then, bringing their boats back to land they left everything and followed him.
Today's Pointers on God's Word
As you read the passage what words, phases or meanings caught your attention?
- Peter receives insight into Jesus’ power and holiness revealed by the miraculous catch of fish. Aware of his sinfulness, he is overcome by awe and fear.
- But Jesus says to Peter, “Do not fear.” He knows and forgives all our sins. He knows the good in each of us and invites us to follow Him. He will empower us to use our talents to win souls for God.
- How is Jesus calling you? Ponder on the gifts and talents that God has given you. When He calls, will you answer, “Here I am, Lord. Send me.”?