*Walking by the sea of Galilee, Jesus saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew, who were fishermen casting their nets into the sea. He said to them, “**Come after me, and I will make you fishers for men.*”

They immediately left their nets and followed him. —Matt. 4:18–20

When we follow Jesus and learn to obey his commands, we discover that making disciples isn’t optional—it’s a calling for every believer. Sometimes that means helping fellow Christians mature in their faith. At other times, it means guiding those who don’t yet know Christ into a relationship with him and showing them how to disciple others. Whenever we help someone move closer to Jesus, we join in God’s work of reconciliation.

Jesus modeled reconciliation with disciples whom he hand-selected. Leading by example, he taught and trained his disciples, gave them opportunities to put their learning into practice, corrected them when needed, and continually prayed for them.

Reflection Questions

What concerns do you have about discipling others? (See “Starting a Spotfire” on page 180)

What steps can you take to overcome these concerns?

Lord, what are you teaching me in today’s reading?

Lord, what else have you said to me through thoughts, circumstances, conversations, emotions, or the work of the enemy?

Lord, what do you want me to do: At home? At work? In ministry?

Day 4

Walking by the sea of Galilee, Jesus saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew, who were fishermen casting their nets into the sea. He said to them, “Come after me, and I will make you fishers for men.”

Reflection Questions

*Walking by the sea of Galilee, Jesus saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew, who were fishermen casting their nets into the sea. He said to them, “**Come after me, and I will make you fishers for men.*”