MONDAY, CHRISTMASTIDE
1 Jn 3:22–4:6 Ps 2: 7-8, 10-12 Mt 4: 12-17, 23-25
WALKING WITH JESUS: A DIVINE CALLING
We witness Jesus calling His first disciples – Simon and Andrew, James and John. As they fish by the Sea of Galilee, Jesus extends a simple yet life-altering invitation: “Come, follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Mt 4:19). Their immediate response – leaving everything behind – stands as a powerful example of what it means to radically follow Christ.
This calling to walk with Jesus, is not limited to these fishermen but is extended to all who are open to answering Jesus’ summons. He calls each of us from the ordinariness of our lives to partake in something greater: His mission to proclaim the Good News. The choice of these simple fishermen by trade, demonstrates that Jesus does not demand exceptional qualifications. Rather, He meets us where we are and transforms our vocations into instruments for His Kingdom.
A key lesson here is the immediacy of the disciples’ response. They leave behind their nets and boats; their livelihood, security, and comfort, to follow Jesus into an uncertain future. This radical decision reminds us that following Christ often requires letting go of what is familiar and secure. It is a trustful surrender of our plans, ambitions, and resources to the will of God
Jesus’ call to become “fishers of men” reveals the transformative nature of discipleship. These men, once preoccupied with physical sustenance, are now called to a spiritual mission: to draw others to Christ. This shift challenges us to look beyond the routine of daily life and discern how we too are called to serve God’s greater purpose. At its core, the call to follow Jesus is about trust, obedience, and mission. Through it, the Lord invites us to participate in the work of salvation, becoming His hands and feet in the world.
Response: I will give you the nations as your inheritance.
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