Called By Grace

Luke 5:1-11

The sermon highlights a common theme across the stories of Isaiah, Paul, and Peter: an overwhelming encounter with God’s presence, a deep sense of personal inadequacy, and ultimately, transformation through God’s grace. Isaiah, struck by awe in the temple, first felt unworthy but was then called to be God’s prophet. Paul, once a persecutor of Christians, was blinded by Christ’s light, transformed, and became a bold apostle to the Gentiles. Peter, after witnessing Jesus’ miraculous catch of fish, recognized his own shortcomings, yet was chosen to be a fisher of people.

The sermon connects these biblical encounters to our modern-day calling. Many people today feel restless, anxious, and uncertain about the future. However, just as God called and equipped Isaiah, Paul, and Peter, He calls us—despite our imperfections—to share His love with others. The sermon reminds us that we don’t have to be perfect or preach like Paul to proclaim Christ’s love; rather, we are called to be ourselves and to live out our faith through love, service, and presence in the world.

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