Day 85 (Through the Bible in a year readings for today: Joshua 16-18; Luke 5:1-16)
DON’T BE AFRAID, FISH
For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish that they had taken... And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.” And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him. (Luke 5:9-11 ESV)
Simon and his fishing buddies had just experienced a frustrating and futile fishing trip. Jesus told them to “Put out in the deep and let down your nets.” They did as they were told, and soon their nets were full and breaking. They called to their friends in another boat, and soon both boats began to sink. Peter’s next words reveal that he got the message. "Depart from me, for I am a sinful man.”
Jesus then teaches us an important rule about witnessing to others. He only uses sinners to tell other sinners about His plan to save them. How does that make you feel?
“Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.”
Do not be afraid! God has a job for you and me to do. We get to tell others about Him and His plan to forgive sinners and promise us heaven. Although our fearful human tendency is to not stand up for Him, we do have His promise:
“And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20 ESV)
So, do not be afraid, just fish. Just share the good news about Jesus whenever and with whomever you can.
Thank You, Lord Jesus, for my Baptism and the gift of saving faith You have bestowed upon me. Thank you also for calling me to fish for men, to share Your story with others who need You as desperately as I do. Please use me to reach more souls for You and for eternity. Amen.
Pastor David Paape
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Password: 843774
IN CHURCH SUNDAY SERVICE and Parking Lot Worship Service 9 am
both with Holy Communion
IN CHURCH WEDNESDAY SERVICE 7 pm with Holy Communion
Holy Week Schedule
Maundy Thursday April 1 10:30 am & 7:00 pm
(Parking lot 7:00 pm only)
Good Friday April 2 1:00 am & 7:00 pm
(Parking lot 7:00 pm only)
Easter Sunday April 4 9:00 am & 11:00 am
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THURSDAY EVENING ONLINE BIBLES CLASS at 7 pm
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