John 21:1–11
The Bible4Jesus.com Podcast
About this episode
There are moments in the Christian life that are defined by a kind of awkward waiting. The disciples in our text are in one such moment. The Spirit has not yet been poured out in power. What do you do when you know the world has been turned upside down, but your little corner of it still feels stubbornly normal? And in that gap, the allure of the old life, the familiar routines, can be very strong. The resurrection is glorious, overwhelming, and frankly, a bit confusing. Fishing, on the other hand, is something they understand. It has the feel of nets and the smell of the sea. What we have in this chapter is not just a quaint story about a miraculous catch of fish. This is a profound lesson in the nature of Christian service, the futility of self-effort, and the gracious, restorative power of Jesus Christ.