What are you doing today? Most likely, you get up and prepare for the day. Say a few prayers and have some breakfast. What if you were fishing with Peter, James, and John all night? Surprisingly, you caught nothing at all. You start washing your nets, thinking, ‘What a waste of time.’
Then, this crowd of people comes by with someone named Jesus. He’s talking a lot, and everyone hangs on his every word. People are so happy and full of enthusiasm. You can’t seem to pull away. Later, Jesus tells us to go fishing again, but it’s the middle of the day. Fish are active only at night. You think, ‘This is crazy,’ until our nets are so full of fish that we struggle to bring them all into the boat. It’s a miracle, a moment of awe and wonder that fills our hearts with inspiration.
The crowds in today’s gospel had an advantage over Peter and his crew. Jesus touched the hearts of everyone there. He had a way of being present with each one of them. As a result, they experienced intimacy with Him and with themselves in a way they had never before.
Gospel Challenge:
Peter understood after the miraculous catch. He knew he was in the presence of holiness. “Leave me, Lord. I am a sinful man.” This moment of recognition is not just Peter’s; it’s a call for us to spend some intimate moments with Jesus today. Let Him in on what you are doing, thinking, and feeling. How will Jesus draw you into His net? Remember, Peter acknowledged his unworthiness. It made no difference to Jesus. This is a moment for us to acknowledge our own unworthiness and yet feel the overwhelming love and acceptance of Jesus.
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Jesus Big Catch – You?
What are you doing today? Most likely, you get up and prepare for the day. Say a few prayers and have some breakfast. What if you were fishing with Peter, James, and John all night? Surprisingly, you caught nothing at all. You start washing your nets, thinking, ‘What a waste of time.’
Then, this crowd of people comes by with someone named Jesus. He’s talking a lot, and everyone hangs on his every word. People are so happy and full of enthusiasm. You can’t seem to pull away. Later, Jesus tells us to go fishing again, but it’s the middle of the day. Fish are active only at night. You think, ‘This is crazy,’ until our nets are so full of fish that we struggle to bring them all into the boat. It’s a miracle, a moment of awe and wonder that fills our hearts with inspiration.
The crowds in today’s gospel had an advantage over Peter and his crew. Jesus touched the hearts of everyone there. He had a way of being present with each one of them. As a result, they experienced intimacy with Him and with themselves in a way they had never before.
Gospel Challenge:
Peter understood after the miraculous catch. He knew he was in the presence of holiness. “Leave me, Lord. I am a sinful man.” This moment of recognition is not just Peter’s; it’s a call for us to spend some intimate moments with Jesus today. Let Him in on what you are doing, thinking, and feeling. How will Jesus draw you into His net? Remember, Peter acknowledged his unworthiness. It made no difference to Jesus. This is a moment for us to acknowledge our own unworthiness and yet feel the overwhelming love and acceptance of Jesus.
Peace everyone.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
pastor@bscchurch.com
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