Today is Tuesday, June 28th, 2016; Karen's Korner #3342

Jesus' newly-called disciples had been fishing all night with no success. Jesus called out to them and gave them 'fishing instructions'. Who was He? They were the fishermen!

And so goes the story:

"He said to Simon, 'Now go out where it is deeper and let down your nets and you will catch a lot of fish!'

"'Sir,' Simon replied, 'we worked hard all last night and didn't catch a thing. But If you say so, we'll try again.'

"And this time their nets were so full that they began to tear! A shout for help brought their partners in the other boat and soon both boats were filled with fish and on the verge of sinking.

"When Simon Peter realized what had happened, he fell to his knees before Jesus and said, 'Oh, Sir, please leave us---I'm too much of a sinner for you to have around.'"

~ Luke 5:4 - 8 LAB
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Bible Commentary: "Peter was awestruck at this miracle, and his first response was to feel his own insignificance in comparison to this man's greatness. Peter knew Jesus had healed the sick and cast out demons, but he was amazed that Jesus cared about his day-to-day routine and understood his needs. God is interest not only in saving us, but also in helping us in our daily lives."

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