A Call to Fish

A Call to Fish

Luke 5:1-11 Suggested further reading: Isaiah 6:1-8 Being in God’s presence humbles us by making us painfully aware of our sinfulness—so Peter learns here when the miraculous catch of fish reveals to him God’s presence in their boat in the person of Jesus. At the time...
A Call to Fish

Obey Now!

Luke 5:1-11 Suggested further reading: Matthew 8:18-22 Our Lord was always ready to preach the Word, not just in a church but in public, on a street corner, or even a fisherman’s boat. Souls need to hear the Gospel. Thus, any personal consideration is ignored. God’s...
A Call to Fish

Satan Is Subtle

Matthew 4:1-11 Suggested further reading: Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Satan is subtle, a master in the “art” of temptation, having a higher intelligence than us and thousands of years of successful experience. First, he tempts our Lord to distrust His Father’s providential...
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