Cast Your Net On the Other Side of the Boat
James W Goll
December 19, 2005
Taking a Fresh Look at John 21: 1 - 11:
"After these things, Jesus manifested Himself again to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias, and He manifested Himself in this way.
"Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, 'I am going fishing.' They said to him, 'We will also come with you.' They went out and got into the boat; and that night they caught nothing.
"But when the day was now breaking, Jesus stood on the beach; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. So Jesus said to them, 'Children, you do not have any fish, do you?' They answered Him, 'No.' And He said to them, 'Cast the net on the right-hand side of the boat, and you will find a catch.' So they cast, and then, they were not able to haul it in because of the great number of fish. Therefore, that disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, 'It is the Lord.' So when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put his outer garment on (for he was stripped for work), and threw himself into the sea. But the other disciples came in the little boat, for they were not far from the land, but about one hundred yards away, dragging the net full of fish.
"So when they got out onto the land, they saw a charcoal fire already laid and fish placed on it and bread. Jesus said to them, 'Bring some of the fish which you have now caught.' Simon Peter went up and drew the net to land, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three; and although there were so many, the net was not torn."
What Time Is It? Seven Key Points from John 21
What time is it anyway? Using John 21 as our focal point, the following are some key prophetic teaching points to help us discern the times in which we live.
The Nine M's--A Fresh Emphasis for a New Day
It is always time for greater intimacy with God and to give away to others what we have already received. But with the concept of discerning new wine skins to contain the new wine--the Holy Spirit is emphasizing the following nine M's in our day.
Matrix of Relationships
Mercy Ministries
Ministry Training Centers
Mighty Stream of Prayer releasing His Presence
Miracle Manifestations
Marketplace Anointings
Media Mania
Middle East Emphasis
Missions Outreach
Relevant Shifts for Radical Change
Do you want to be relevant in a time when "churchianity" instead of "abandoned authentic Christianity" seems to be the rule of the day? If so, then posture yourself, your family, business, ministry and congregation to include the following shifts so that a radical change can come forth. Let the relevant shifts take place so that the "new" may emerge!
Characteristics of a Box Breaking Generation
There is a generation that will arise that will do the double. Jesus said, "Greater works than these shall you do." Elisha carried a double portion of the anointing that rested on the Elijah generation that went before him. It has happened before, and it will again. The following are some of the characteristics that a "Box Breaking Generation" will exhibit:
It's time to get Jesus in our boats! But when He gets there, He will speak change! He will tell us to cast our nets on the other side of the boat. Are you ready for something new? Then prayerfully consider the points listed above. Ask the Lord what it means to cast your net on the other side of the boat, and go fishing with Jesus!
James W. Goll
Encounters Network