How To Fish for People

“ ‘Come, follow me,’ Jesus said, ‘and I will send you out to fish for people.’ ” – Matthew 4:19 The central Bible story revolves around a man named Jesus Christ, who is known as a famous rabbi and the Son of God. He traveled throughout the region, addressing groups of young men who were diligently working. He called to them with the words, “Follow me.” This significant Hebrew phrase was spoken only to those deemed worthy of becoming disciples of a respected rabbi.  When Jesus extended this invitation, these men responded without hesitation. They left their valuable tools and fishing nets behind, recognizing the honor of studying under such a revered teacher. The first lesson Jesus offered was transformative: He told them, you have been fishermen, but I will teach you to be fishers of men, meaning they would learn to gather people into the faith. We often forget that