Title: Raise Shepherd Disciples / John 21:15-17
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Today's text is the conversation between Jesus and Peter. In the meantime, Peter was in pain. When Jesus was captured by the enemies, he was helpless, and in front of a maid, he denied knowing Jesus three times. I hated myself so much. After that, when they heard the news that Jesus had risen, they checked the empty tomb where Jesus was lying. The resurrected Jesus appeared to the disciples at the gathering place. But Peter did not face Jesus because of his guilt. So he said, “I will go fishing” (John 21:3) and went back to the old life with the other disciples.
Jesus Appears to Failed Peter
People stay away from those who fail. Moreover, the person who betrayed him does not even have a relationship with him, and treats him like an enemy for life. But Jesus came to Peter. Don't be discouraged if you've lived a life of failure and wandering in the past. That's when the Lord comes to you. meet you. He carries your burdens for you and unties your life. Hallelujah!
Restoring a love relationship is more important than work
Look at the disciples returning to their old lives. They tried to catch fish using their previous fishing skills and experience, so they caught nothing. It seems that it will be all right when a Christian leaves Jesus, but it is not. When you open the lid, it's a waste room.
It is grace that the relationship of love is restored. All work is done by those who have received the grace of the Lord. Everyone, do you get up every morning to prepare meals for your children, and go to work every day at workplaces and workplaces like battlefields? why? Is it that much fun? Isn't it a joy to do it because you love your family? In this way, the restoration of the relationship of love with the Lord is the most important and priority.
Feed my sheep, make shepherd disciples
Benefits of participating in making shepherd disciples
◎ He gives you the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you… “The subject of evangelism and pastoral work is the Holy Spirit. When we obey the Lord's commands, the filling of the Holy Spirit comes, and the power and power of the Holy Spirit are revealed. Miracles happen. You become the possessor of faith that can overcome any circumstance. Hallelujah!
How to participate in making a shepherd disciple
◎ Saturday Bible School needs your service. From this year, the school system will be fully implemented 5 days a week. Accordingly, our church will open Saturday Bible School to provide them with study guidance, hobbies, culture, exercise, and even discipleship training for the next generation of leaders. Dedicate your talents to the next generation in what you are good at.