Luke 5:8-11
8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!” 9 For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish which they had taken; 10 and so also were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid. From now on you will catch men.” 11 So when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all and followed Him.
In our efforts we are like Peter, James, and John; they fished by their wisdom and came up empty handed, but when following Jesus' direction, caught more than ever. Their boat then began to sink under His provision. So we must not only forsake all to follow, but also forsake our ability in fishing for men. God gives the increase under His mighty hand, whereas our efforts apart from Him are fruitless.
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