A Calling beside the Nets
My dear son,
Keep your ears open to your Father's word even in your workplace today. As Jesus approached Simon beside his nets, a call to see life differently can come in a familiar setting.
After receiving a great catch, Simon went beyond the nets into a calling to gather people. Alongside considering how much you gain, think about what your life will serve. There are people to care for and love to share nearby.
Do your work faithfully today, and ask how you can follow me within it. If you become aware of your shortcomings, keep drawing near to your Father. I hope you will offer your life to love that brings life to others.
With all my love,
Your Father
Luke 5:4–11
WEB4When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.”
5Simon answered him, “Master, we worked all night and caught nothing; but at your word I will let down the net.”
6When they had done this, they caught a great multitude of fish, and their net was breaking.
7They beckoned to their partners in the other boat, that they should come and help them. They came and filled both boats, so that they began to sink.
8But Simon Peter, when he saw it, fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, Lord.”
9For he was amazed, and all who were with him, at the catch of fish which they had caught;
10and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid. From now on you will be catching people alive.”
11When they had brought their boats to land, they left everything, and followed him.
A short reflection
Simon follows Jesus' instruction and catches many fish, then receives the call to gather people and becomes Jesus' follower.
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