TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
Jesus replied to Simon, “Don’t be afraid! From now on you’ll be fishing for people!” And as soon as they landed, they left everything and followed Jesus.
Luke 5:10–11, NLT

.. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men. And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.
Luke 5:10–11, KJV

TODAY’S WORD

In today’s Scripture, Peter had been so awestruck by a net-breaking catch of fish after HE OBEYED Jesus’ word that he fell at Jesus’ feet and said, “Lord, please depart from me. I’m TOO BIG OF A SINNER to be around You. I’m not worthy of Your favour. I’ve lived a rough life and use bad language.” But God was showing us that His blessing is NOT BASED ON OUR PERFORMANCE. We don’t deserve His favour, healing, freedom, or mercy. We can’t earn it. It’s THE GIFT OF GOD to be received BY FAITH. I love Jesus’ response to Peter’s reasons to not accept it. He said, “Don’t be afraid. From now on you’ll be fishing for people!” Beyond the gift of fish, Jesus offered Peter the opportunity to be His disciple. He was saying, “You’re forgiven. You’re worthy. Accept this gift and I’ll make you a HISTORY MAKER.” No wonder Peter left everything and followed Jesus. As with Peter, you may not feel qualified, but don’t let fear or doubt keep you from receiving the greatness God has for you. It’s HIS GIFT.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY
“FATHER, thank You for not just bringing me net-breaking blessings but for calling me to come and be Your disciple. Thank You that Your blessings are not based on whether I am worthy enough to deserve them. I will not let fear keep me from receiving all the gifts You have for me. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”