[Jesus] told him, “Follow me.” (John 21:19)
John 21 has many similarities to Luke 5:1-11.
One that really struck me this morning was that in both stories, Peter recognized his own failings and sinfulness. And each time, Jesus still said, “Follow me.”
Peter started his faith journey walking in grace. Three years later, he was still walking in that grace. And he would continue to do so until the day he met Jesus face to face once more.
We too are on a journey. Like Peter’s, our journey starts by grace. And it continues each day by grace.
We’re not perfect. Our love for Jesus isn’t perfect either. But despite that, Jesus still says, “Follow me.”
So let’s not get discouraged by our own sins, weaknesses, and failings. Let’s simply keep our eyes on him and follow.
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