God's Word For Today

Daily Devotional

A Fishing Expedition

Read John 21:1–25

When was the last time God grabbed your attention in a mundane fashion, in the middle of your daily routine? For the disciples, it was after Peter announced that he was going fishing. Perhaps that would clear his head after all that had recently transpired. The others would go too. One thing they knew was fishing.

They probably didn’t expect to pull an all-nighter and come up empty-handed, but that’s what happened. 

Then the Guide showed up! “Any luck?” 

“Nope.” 

“Why not try the other side?”. . . and you know the rest of that story.

When they got there, they found breakfast waiting for them—fish cooking over a charcoal fire, and some bread (John 21:9).

What could be better than an early morning breakfast of fresh fish! Then, curiously, Jesus asked them to add some of their catch to the meal. Apparently He hadn’t fixed enough. What, He didn’t know how many were coming? Of course He did. But He gives His people a part to play, a contribution to make.

Thought for Today: God wants to be a part of our daily routine, and He wants us to be a part of His plan.

Quicklook: John 21:3–13