Title: John 21
Speaker: Pastor Bill Allen
Date: 23rd March 2025
Location: Adelaide, Australia
During the talk focused on John 21, the speaker explored the profound narrative of Jesus’ post-resurrection appearance to His disciples, emphasizing their return to fishing amidst uncertainty. Drawing connections to Jesus’ initial calling of the disciples, the speaker highlighted the significance of the miracle of the nets not breaking, symbolizing the arrival of the Holy Spirit. A key moment arose during Jesus’ conversation with Peter, where He asked Peter three times if he loved Him, reflecting Peter’s earlier denials and illustrating the theme that past failures do not sever our relationship with Christ. The speaker called on believers to shift their focus from failures to fulfilling God’s calling, stressing the importance of being fruitful in our service and actions. The meeting concluded with a discussion on fellowship and communion, highlighting the need for self-examination and the strength found in walking together in faith, underscoring that while believers await Jesus’ return, their active engagement and love shape their lives and communities.
This talk was originally available from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9pUukGCYf0