HELP! CLE homework..
By paogutierrez
@paogutierrez (465)
Philippines
February 13, 2007 5:29pm CST
My student has a homework on Christian Living Education. It is about Luke 5: 1-11. Luke 5 talks about the recruitment of the disciples; the "fisher of men" story. (Sorry, i can't think of any other terms. Obviously, i'm not good on the subject. -Eeekk! Lightning!-)
Can somebody explain the lesson of the story? Please..
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@mimatexas (1818)
• United States
14 Feb 07
I am not good at it, either but I have my bible companion that explains a little bit more in detail and it says:
This is not the first time Jesus had met the disciples. John 1:35-2:11 tells us that several first met Jesus when John the Baptist was preaching. They went with Him to a wedding in Cana, He spent time in their homes in Capernaum, and they also watched the first time Jesus drove money changers from the temple.
What a model for evangelism. It's not necessary to press for a decision on a first meeting. It takes most of us time to get to know Christ. But there always is and must be a moment of decision, when Christ calls, and we make an informed decision to follow Him.
Fishing was a demanding trade. The men fished at night and sold or salted their catch and dried or mended nets during the day.
Peter's reaction is not at all surprising. He had just seen Jesus more clearly, as seen in the shift of address from Master, a term that acknowledges superiority, to Lord, which here suggest the first glimmering recognition of who Jesus really is.
The trouble is, when we see Jesus more clearly we also see ourselves more clearly. His beauty exposes our flaws; His perfection reveals our sinfulness. Man's first reaction to such a revelation is often, "go away". But only by coming to Jesus can we find forgiveness for our sins and inner personal renewal.
"Don't be afraid" (5:10) Some are afraid to trust Jesus because they're afraid He will change their lifestyles. He will. But for the better.
Well, that's the end of the insight about Luke 5:1-11 I hope it helps you. God bless you and take care!
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@paogutierrez (465)
• Philippines
14 Feb 07
Wow! Thanks for the help! Mwaaaahhh! :)
God bless!
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