Grietje Commelin

“So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, 153 of them. And although there were so many, the net was not torn.” (John 21:11) For a moment, Peter had eyes only for Jesus, but now his attention is drawn to the fish that have been caught. The net is … Lees meer

“When they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire in place, with fish laid out on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, ‘Bring some of the fish that you have just caught.’” (John 21:9-10) When the disciples come ashore, the Lord Jesus has already prepared a meal. There is bread and cooked … Lees meer

When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment, for he was stripped for work, and threw himself into the sea.” (John 21:7) Imagine a child happily playing. Suddenly the child looks up. A flash of recognition. Dad is home! Instantly the toys are forgotten. The child jumps up, … Lees meer

He said to them, ‘Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some.’ So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, because of the quantity of fish.” (John 21:6) The man on the shore gives a remarkable piece of advice: cast the net … Lees meer

Jesus said to them, ‘Children, do you have any fish?’ They answered Him, ‘No.’” (John 21:5) The Lord Jesus does not remain at a distance, merely watching. Although He does not immediately make Himself known, He does step forward and call out to the fishermen. He asks whether they have a fish for Him. Their … Lees meer

Just as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the shore; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus.” (John 21:4) The disciples worked hard, yet they did not catch a single fish. No doubt they thought back to earlier moments on that same lake. It was there that Jesus calmed a raging storm … Lees meer

Simon Peter said to them, ‘I am going fishing.’ They said to him, ‘We will go with you.’ They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing.” (John 21:3) After the Lord Jesus had risen from the dead, He appeared to several women. He told them, “Do not be afraid; … Lees meer

“And Jesus said to Simon, ‘Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.’” (Luke 5:10) Jesus Christ came into the world to seek and save those who are lost (see Luke 19:10). He gave His life to deliver them from the power of sin and death, opening the way for them … Lees meer