"Interpreting the fishing expedition in Galilee as a \"living parable\"."
Recorded on: Sunday, 09/06/2020 at 10:00 AM
Description:
Delivered during the Sunday morning worship service, 09/06/2020. After the glorious consummation of John's Resurrection narrative, he turns his attention to several of the events that occurred in Galilee between the Resurrection and the Ascension. While the disciples waited for Jesus to appear, they decided to embark on a fishing expedition. We will explore the reasoning behind their decision and what significance it had in light of their calling. But regardless, after a fruitless night of fishing, they saw a stranger on the shore, who they failed to recognize as Jesus. But after following His specific advice on where to cast their net, the disciples miraculously hauled in a fantastic number of fish. We will analyze the language of the story and then interpret it as a "living parable" in which the mission and purpose of the church are distinctly articulated. We will draw valuable lessons from the symbolism of the text, as we realize that only through obedience to Jesus' specific commands, and using the right "net", can we hope to participate in the miracle catch of the Kingdom.
