Episode 1095 - Jarvis Kingston Reflect on your life and consider where God is calling you to step out in faith. Take time to pray and ask fo

Jarvis Kingston

Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Luke 5:10
The Messiah sees our potential even when we only see our failures.
Today’s daily devotional is about Jesus calling Peter to be a "fisher of men." After a miraculous catch of fish, Peter is amazed by Jesus' power. This story illustrates the beginnings of Peter’s faith journey and Jesus’ call to follow Him, embodying obedience and trust in God’s provision.
STORY
Bible in a Year: Fisher of Men
Scripture
When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
Luke 5:8
Have you ever felt like giving up when your efforts seem futile?
Peter and Andrew certainly did after a night of unsuccessful fishing. Imagine their surprise when Jesus used their boat to teach and then instructed them to try again, leading to a miraculous catch. How often do we question, like Peter, before we obey God’s call?
Peter’s initial reluctance turned into awe as he witnessed the power of Jesus. This miracle was more than a lesson in fishing; it was an invitation to a new life. Jesus wasn’t just interested in fish; He was calling Peter to something greater – to be a fisher of men.
What does this call mean for you? Have you considered that God might be calling you to a higher purpose?
Later, when Jesus healed the leper, He showed that His compassion knows no bounds. By touching the untouchable, Jesus demonstrated that no one is beyond God's reach.
How do we respond to those who are marginalized or in need? Are we willing to break conventions to show Christ’s love?
These stories challenge us to trust Jesus in every circumstance, even when it defies logic. Peter’s journey from a simple fisherman to a follower of Christ began with a step of faith and obedience.
Are you ready to take that step? Reflect on your own life and consider where Jesus might be calling you to trust Him more deeply.
REFLECTION
Reflect on your life and consider where God is calling you to step out in faith. Are there areas where you’ve been reluctant to trust Him fully?
Take time to pray and ask for the courage to obey, even when it seems difficult. Like Peter, recognize that following Jesus means leaving behind your doubts and embracing a new purpose.
PRAYER
“And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.”
LUKE 5:10
Dear Jesus, in the same way that You provided for Peter in his boat and provided a large catch of fish, I also thank You that instead of fish You'll allow me to draw all men and women to You and to Your purpose for their lives. Increase my influence, enlarge my reach, and give me the ability to be a magnet for all who I come in contact with. As You increase the influence I have with others I also thank You that You will give me the ability to supernaturally heal the areas in their life that is robbing them from experiencing community, purpose, and fulfillment. Like the leper in today's reading I pray that they will spread the word of how good You are and that You are always willing to heal and uplift those in need. Today I acknowledge that I am… a fisher of men. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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