This is how Jesus will respond to Peter's awareness of sin. Not to condemn but to commission, not to uselessness but to usefulness. If Peter did not understand what catching men was all about, if he was uncertain about his ability to succeed, he certainly knew what Jesus could do. If catching men were as successful as catching fish, it would be a great success. This event results in these following Jesus.
Ultimate trust is now in Jesus.
Lives are now oriented around a new center. Discipline once devoted to worldly success is now available for spiritual ends. A remarkable trust is here, based on the assumption that Jesus can supply any needs. Here were people willing to work, obedient to commands, honest in self-assessment, willing to make whatever sacrifice was necessary. Last updated February 26, 2001.