Simon Peter has just become a follower of Jesus. In fact, in the previous chapter of Luke, Jesus had recently healed Simon Peter's mother-in-law. So, Simon Peter and his fishing partners - James and John are still getting to know Jesus. They have seen Jesus heal the sick, so why did this particular miracle so impress Simon Peter? I think it's because he understands fishing. He has spent his life fishing - he knows the best method, time, and place to catch fish.
But watch this, even though Simon Peter knows all about fishing, he obeys Jesus simply because he recognizes Jesus' authority. He does what Jesus asks & is rewarded with a miraculous catch of fish. How does he respond? By understanding his own sinfulness in comparison to Jesus. He is humbled - he knew all about fishing, but Jesus knew more. Yet look what Jesus does - He encourages. Jesus knows our hearts, knows our sins, knows right where we are at - & He still loves us, calls us, & gives us a purpose.
Jesus made Simon Peter a fisher of men. He can do the same for you. Are you willing to put your life in His hands? Are you willing to follow where He leads? Are you willing to set aside your knowledge & pride in order to obey His word?
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