Lent 02.18.24
Jesus doesn’t seek out trained Rabbis to be his disciples; instead, he calls a few Galilean fishermen to follow him and join his ministry. In this story, Jesus tells Simon Peter to drop his nets one more time, even though they’ve been fishing all night long and have caught nothing. To their surprise, they haul in nets bursting with fish. In response to this abundant miracle, Peter says, “Go away from me, Lord!” And yet, Peter and his partners drop their nets and follow Jesus. What is the beginning of your faith story? When has God sought you out? Have you ever felt like your calling was pursuing—or chasing—you? Did you resist? Did you follow? | @sanctifiedart
WEEKLY CENTERING PRACTICE Center yourself in silence. Sit in the quiet for 5 minutes. Allow your thoughts to pass by like a stream. Be still and listen.
DAILY QUESTION Jesus comes to Peter, seeking him out (Lk. 5:1-11). How does it feel to imagine Jesus seeking you out? What comfort does that provide?
PRAYER Seeking God, it is hard for me to imagine that you would come looking for me. What do I offer? What can I provide? Despite my unbelief, I know deep in my bones that nothing could keep you away. Thanks be to God for a love like that. Amen
