Wishin' I Was Fishin' - Grace UMC Reverend Jeremy Vickers

To fish with Jesus means we have a heart for the least, the last and the lost. We care about those in need. We share the faith in genuine and honest ways. Be a Christian who serves, shares and loves. Only then can we truly meet Jesus daily.

Have you heard a big fish story that was a little hard to believe? The Bible tells a couple of big fish stories. One such story is how God uses Jonah and a big fish to teach us about evangelism, compassion, and expecting big results. This is a big fish story you will want to believe and tell others!

Fishing is not easy. It takes patience, endurance and a desire to catch fish that don't always want to be caught. Jesus calls us to fish for people. Are we good at it? Have we ever "fished for people"? The early church understood fishing quite well. Let us fish for people every day that we walk this earth.

Who do we invite to celebrate life achievements with us? Friends and family come to mind, but what about thosewho never get the invite. Jesus clearly told the disciples to go make disciples of all nations. The Bible also says that "everyone" who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. We are called to invite EVERYONE. Not just our friends and family, but invite everyone to follow Jesus.

On average, it takes seven spiritual conversations for someone to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. It takes much more time and work to actually follow Jesus daily. We never know if we are the first, middle or final conversation with others. Be open to the leading of the spirit and be available to share the faith.