Scripture & Reflection: Sunday 6<sup>th</sup> February and for the week ahead:
Scripture:
"Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” Simon answered, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” (Luke 5, v4-5)
Reflection:
When you are fishing to feed your family and not for pleasure, the pressure is on. Simon and his friends had been fishing all night and caught nothing - they were exhausted and disappointed. I'm sure I would have just gone home to bed and been miserable. It must have been a huge effort for them to agree to Jesus' request to go back out and try again. But try again they did, and fish started jumping into their nets - enough to fill many boats! Perhaps you are struggling with something today, and are feeling like Simon - you've had enough! God, for whom nothing is impossible, encourages you to try again - but this time hand in hand with Him. Pray the prayer that Jesus prayed - ' Father, not my will, but your will be done', and wade in once more with renewed hope. The fish will be plentiful.
Vicki Young