14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, 15 and saying, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news." 16 As Jesus passed along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the sea—for they were fishermen. 17 And Jesus said to them, "Follow me and I will make you fish for people." 18 And immediately they left their nets and followed him. 19 As he went a little farther, he saw James son of Zebedee and his brother John, who were in their boat mending the nets. 20 Immediately he called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men, and followed him.
Epiphany season is about calling. It's about learning what God has in-store for us. It is about exploring ourselves and trying to figure out God's plan for ourselves. God created each and every one of us uniquely special, with specific gifts that we are supposed to use to the glory of God. When was the last time you asked yourself what you should be doing with your talents? The first four disciples that Jesus called never expected the call. They did not even think twice about leaving their lives to follow Jesus. Shouldn't we at least give God a chance?
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