June 2
John 21:1-25
Do you ever feel like you have drifted too far from God, wracked with guilt and shame you cannot seem to shake? As we consider the love of Jesus, we should always remember that his grace is greater than our sin. John 21 finds Jesus once again appearing to his disciples, this time in northern Israel. He begins his meeting by telling them how to catch an extravagant number of fish. This is how Jesus’ relationship began with the disciples in Luke 5 and how John depicted his final recorded appearance to them. His kindness and compassion are displayed in their massive catch. After caring for the group of disciples he now cares specifically for Peter.
When Peter comes to shore, Jesus asks him about his love three times. Only a week or so before this, Peter had denied Jesus three times. Now Jesus reiterates his love and calling for Peter three times. No matter what we have done, there is always the opportunity through forgiveness and restoration to be brought back to Jesus. Our sin is never greater than Jesus’ grace towards us. So, no matter what you have done, know that Jesus calls you to himself and to live according to the calling he gives all people: be a disciple who makes disciples.
Father God, thank you for your grace. Help me to never allow my sin to keep me from you. Amen.
Is there anything in your life which you feel disqualifies you from experiencing forgiveness or sharing the gospel? If so, how can you take these things to God and experience his forgiveness?
Do you ever feel like you have drifted too far from God, wracked with guilt and shame you cannot seem to shake? As we consider the love of Jesus, we should always remember that his grace is greater than our sin. John 21 finds Jesus once again appearing to his disciples, this time in northern Israel. He begins his meeting by telling them how to catch an extravagant number of fish. This is how Jesus’ relationship began with the disciples in Luke 5 and how John depicted his final recorded appearance to them. His kindness and compassion are displayed in their massive catch. After caring for the group of disciples he now cares specifically for Peter.
When Peter comes to shore, Jesus asks him about his love three times. Only a week or so before this, Peter had denied Jesus three times. Now Jesus reiterates his love and calling for Peter three times. No matter what we have done, there is always the opportunity through forgiveness and restoration to be brought back to Jesus. Our sin is never greater than Jesus’ grace towards us. So, no matter what you have done, know that Jesus calls you to himself and to live according to the calling he gives all people: be a disciple who makes disciples.
Father God, thank you for your grace. Help me to never allow my sin to keep me from you. Amen.
Is there anything in your life which you feel disqualifies you from experiencing forgiveness or sharing the gospel? If so, how can you take these things to God and experience his forgiveness?
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