A Journey Into Grace - Simon Dodge - 26-07-26

In this sermon, we explore the transformational "journey into grace" through the life and story of the Apostle Peter [03:09]. By comparing Peter’s two miraculous fishing trips on the Sea of Galilee—the first where he asked Jesus to depart due to his own sinfulness [06:25], and the second where he leapt into the water eager to draw near to Christ [24:05]—we are reminded that grace is undeserved favor and an active choice to love without expectation [04:08]. Discover how failure in the Kingdom of God is not the end, but an opportunity to stand before God with empty hands [17:29], drop our guard, and learn to reflect His grace to those around us [20:32]. Key Scripture Highlights: Luke 5:1–11: The First Fishing Trip [05:20] John 13 & Mark 14: Peter’s Denial and Disappointment [10:45] Mark 16: The Call to Restitution ("Go tell his disciples and Peter") [14:03] John 21: The Second Fishing Trip and Restoration [22:50] Audio recording from the St Albans Baptist Church Christchurch service