"One day, as Jesus was walking along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers- Simeon, also called Peter, and Andrew- throwing a net into the water for they fished for a living. Jesus called out to them, 'Come, follow me and I will show you how to fish for people!' And they left their nets at once and followed him.". Matthew 4:18-20
For as long as I can remember I have wanted to be different. I have longed to live a life that would inspire others. I wanted to stand out, to be my own person making my own way in history.
Some people want the exact opposite. They want to fit in, to fade into the background. They don't want to be noticed. But I believe that even these people have a desire to live a life that is unique to them and makes a difference, even if just for one.
When I think of people in the Bible who wanted to do something great, I automatically think of Peter. Bless him, Peter was always letting his big dreams and bold words get him into trouble. I can identify with Peter. He was outspoken, quick to react and had no fear of how his hasty actions would affect those around him. For goodness sake, he cut off a man's ear on a whim! But he also longed to be a part of something great. He was passionate and wanted the world to know that salvation had come in the form of a man named Jesus Christ.
I love that Jesus met Peter where he was- out at sea fishing for a living- and invited him to become a fisher of men. Jesus knew what Peter was good at. Although he asked Peter to sacrifice his comfortable life and follow him, he let Peter know that the purpose ahead was something he was created for and knew about- fishing.
Jesus knows this about us too. He knows what we are good at, what we are passionate about. What he calls us to will be bigger and will rely sacrifice and complete trust in him. But he hasn't put those gifts in us for no reason. He will draw on those gifts to accomplish the purpose he has for us. We can trust in who he created us to be.
Know today that, just like Peter, Jesus is meeting you where you at, calling you to do exactly what you were made for. Maybe you know what it is, maybe you don't. But follow Jesus wherever he leads, and I can promise it will be better than your wildest dreams.
-What has God put in you that he might be wanting to use for his purpose?
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