2/24/19 - Breakfast With Jesus - John 21:1-15

Most Christians are familiar with the "last supper". But did you know there was a "last breakfast"? A few weeks after his resurrection Jesus makes a third appearance to the disciples and once again he serves them food. These men are from very different backgrounds and yet they are bound together because of their association with Jesus. The church is to be the same today. Our view of Jesus is incomplete if it is not seen through the lives of other believers who are not like us. The church is a  diverse family yet we are unified in the gospel truth that Jesus came to save sinners - all of us! During this breakfast the heart of Jesus is revealed through his interaction with Peter. Thomas developed the nickname, "doubting Thomas" but remember Peter could have just as easily been, "denying Peter". Yet Jesus is gracious, kind and always forgiving those who draw near to him. Do you struggle to be forgiven? Do you think you are too far removed from the outstretched arm of God? You're not. In fact, Jesus not only wants to restore you he wants to entrust ministry to you. Consider this: Peter is the one who preaches a sermon that gives birth to the church. Yes my friends, there is hope for me and you!