So he said to them,
“Cast the net over
the right side of the boat
and you will
find something.”
So they cast it,
and were not able
to pull it in because of
the number of fish.
So the disciple
whom Jesus loved
said to Peter,
“It is the Lord.”
(John 21:6-7)
Our efforts are futile when we work without Jesus. Blessings come out of our obedience and trust in Jesus recognizing His work in our lives.
Jesus continually showers His mercy on us, gives us innumerable second chances, and never gives up on us.To serve Christ effectively, we must have trusted in Him as our risen Savior and Lord. We should be serving in ministries that impact others spiritually.
In the mercy of Jesus, we continually bask,
He gives us second chances, more than we could ask.
Never giving up on us, His love never ends,
In our futile efforts, His grace He sends.
Working without Jesus, our efforts are in vain,
But with Him, our losses turn into gain.
Blessings come from obedience, trust in His name,
Recognizing His work, our lives are not the same.
To serve Christ effectively, trust is a must,
In Him, our risen Savior and Lord, we put our trust.
Serving in ministries, impacting others spiritually,
In His service, we find our purpose, eternally.
Dear Lord Jesus,
We acknowledge Your continual mercy upon us. You give us innumerable second chances and never give up on us, for which we are eternally grateful. We confess that our efforts are futile when we work without You.
We recognize that blessings come out of our obedience and trust in You. Help us to see Your work in our lives and to serve You effectively. We trust in You as our risen Savior and Lord. Guide us to serve in ministries that impact others spiritually. Let our service be a testament to Your love and grace.
In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.
Pericope:
IV: Epilogue - The Resurrection Appearance in Galilee
THE APPEARANCE TO THE SEVEN DISCIPLES
John 21:1-14
Gospel Acclamation
This is the day the Lord has made; let us be glad and rejoice in it.
Gospel | John 21:1-14
1 Jesus revealed himself again to his disciples at the Sea of Tiberias. He revealed himself in this way. 2 Together were Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, Zebedee’s sons, and two others of his disciples. 3 Simon Peter said to them, “I am going fishing.” They said to him, “We also will come with you.” So they went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. 4 When it was already dawn, Jesus was standing on the shore; but the disciples did not realize that it was Jesus. 5 Jesus said to them, “Children, have you caught anything to eat?” They answered him, “No.” 6 So he said to them, “Cast the net over the right side of the boat and you will find something.” So they cast it, and were not able to pull it in because of the number of fish. 7 So the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord.” When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he tucked in his garment, for he was lightly clad, and jumped into the sea. 8 The other disciples came in the boat, for they were not far from shore, only about a hundred yards, dragging the net with the fish. 9 When they climbed out on shore, they saw a charcoal fire with fish on it and bread. 10 Jesus said to them, “Bring some of the fish you just caught.” 11 So Simon Peter went over and dragged the net ashore full of one hundred fifty-three large fish. Even though there were so many, the net was not torn. 12 Jesus said to them, “Come, have breakfast.” And none of the disciples dared to ask him, “Who are you?” because they realized it was the Lord. 13 Jesus came over and took the bread and gave it to them, and in like manner the fish. 14 This was now the third time Jesus was revealed to his disciples after being raised from the dead.
Reflection Source:
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