Called To Growth

A winter storm may close church doors, but it cannot silence a living word. We gathered the Standard Lesson Commentary reading for January 25, 2026, and read four passages that map Peter’s journey.  From the first call by the Sea of Galilee to the tender charge of “feed my sheep.” Along the way, we pressed into a simple truth that reshapes daily life.  Jesus calls us to follow and to grow while he supplies the grace that makes it possible.We start with Colossians 2:1–7, where Paul urges the church to be knit together in love, rooted in Christ, and established in the faith. That sets the tone for a sturdy discipleship that resists smooth talk and shallow trends.In Matthew 4, we hear the decisive invitation, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men,” and remember that formation is a promise as much as a command.Matthew 16 brings Peter’s bold confession; “You are the Christ”. Confidence shifts from our plans to the plans of God.Then we share John 21’s quiet firelit scene.  Three questions become two commands, one emphasized doubly. “Feed my lambs. Feed my sheep. Feed my sheep.”. Love for Jesus takes shape as caring for people, even when that care is costly.Finally, 2nd Peter chapter 3 calls us to be diligent, at peace, and to grow in grace and knowledge. The takeaway is honest and hopeful: growth is real but not linear.  And Christ meets our missteps with restoration and purpose.If this spoke to you, especially if weather kept you home, listen, reflect, and share it with someone who needs courage to take the next faithful step.Subscribe for more scripture centered reflections, leave a review to help others find the show, and tell us: which passage stirred your heart today?===Colossians 2:1-7 - King James Version2 For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh;2 That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ;3 In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.4 And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words.5 For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.6 As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him:7 Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.***Matthew 4:18-20 - King James Version18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.20 And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.***Matthew 16:16-18 - King James Version16 And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.17 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven.18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.***John 21:15-18 - King James Version15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs.16 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep.17 He saith unto him the third time,&Send us Fan MailSupport the show===Please join my team in spreading The Word around the whole world by donating via CashApp at $TheChristQuarter.  Thank you!