When Jesus calls you everything changes
Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish, in the Sea of Galilee, by Raphael (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) Luke 5:1–11. Simon Peter and his partners had fished all night but had caught nothing, yet at Jesus ’ command their fishing nets filled with so many fish that the boats began to sink. This miracle proved Jesus’ authority over nature and showed his power to provide for those in need (similar to the miracle of manna that God performed for the wandering Israelites in the desert (Exodus 16:1–36). However, as with all of Jesus’ miracles , this event can be understood on a deeper level. This miraculous catch of fish illustrates a key aspect of Jesus’ ministry: His call, when obeyed, changes everything . As soon as Peter saw the overflowing nets, he recognized his sinfulness in contrast to Jesus’ power. From that point onward, every priority in the fishermen’s lives changed, and things that once seemed important (the fis...