TEXT: LUKE 5:1-11
TITLE: GOING DEEPER
Introduction:
A. Simon Peter
B. Jesus invites Himself onto Simon’s boat/situation
1. Jesus nudges- do you hear when God is nudging you to take that
step? Do you feel Him urging you until you finally do and just
when you think you’re doing fine just where you are at…
2. Jesus pushes further
Simon’s response
A. B. 1st response- One of dejection
1. Life of a fishermen
2. Pressure he was under
2nd response- Surrender and obedience
Response to his obedience
A. Jesus blessed him with a miraculous catch
1. His problem was met
B. Jesus took him deeper spiritually
1. He was able to truly see Jesus
2. He was able to see God
3. He was overwhelmed with fear and guilt- looking into himself
C. Jesus comforted him
1. God loves us for who we are
2. Jesus uses us where we are
3. Forsaking all and following Jesus
