They Left Their Nets And Followed Him

 

 

As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.”  At once they left their nets and followed him.

Going on from there, he saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his brother John. They were in a boat with their father Zebedee, preparing their nets. Jesus called them, and immediately they left the boat and their father and followed him.

Matthew 4:18-22

 

We can take walks in city parks or in the mountains, or along the seashore. And no matter where we go, if our mind is right, we are walking with Jesus at our side. He never leaves us alone. He is our guide.

 

The journey is not always easy. Sometimes giving up seems easier than going on, but when things get difficult, we can rest awhile and renew our strength. We can take a break, pray for guidance, and get what we need to sustain us. Just when we think we have no more to give, we are given more, and that is to be shared with others.

 

As you travel life’s weary road, let Jesus lift your heavy load.

 

Our Daily BreadNovember 17, 2011