Khotbah Yohanes 21:1-14. MTPJ GMIM 4-10 Mei 2025.

Summary

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the resurrection of Jesus as described in John 21:1-14. After a night of unsuccessful fishing, Jesus appears to the disciples on the shore and guides them to a miraculous catch, revealing his divine power and presence. The speaker draws parallels between the disciples' struggles and our own moments of failure and despair, emphasizing that Jesus, though often unseen, is always present to guide, provide, and restore. The message encourages faith, trust, and obedience to God's call, highlighting that all blessings come from God's grace, not our own strength.

Takeaways

• 😀 Jesus' appearance after His resurrection reveals His identity as the Lord and Savior.
• 😀 The disciples, after struggling and failing in their fishing efforts, receive a miraculous catch of fish when they obey Jesus' command.
• 😀 Jesus approaches the disciples with grace and compassion, not judgment, even after their apparent failure.
• 😀 The miraculous catch of 153 large fish symbolizes God's provision and power in our lives.
• 😀 Jesus provides both physical nourishment (fish and bread) and spiritual healing, emphasizing His care for His disciples.
• 😀 Jesus' presence is not just a supernatural miracle but a personal invitation for communion and restoration with Him.
• 😀 Despite their earlier confusion and despair, the disciples now recognize Jesus as the risen Lord through the miracle.
• 😀 The presence of Jesus is a constant in all circumstances, even when we may not immediately recognize Him.
• 😀 Life without Jesus can feel empty and fruitless, but with His presence and guidance, all efforts bear fruit.
• 😀 Believers are encouraged to trust in Jesus' guidance and provision, even when their own efforts seem futile.
• 😀 True success and fulfillment come when we fully depend on God's will, rather than relying solely on our own strength and understanding.

Q & A

What is the theme of the script based on John 21:1-14?

The theme focuses on Jesus revealing Himself after His resurrection, showing He is Lord and demonstrating His power, love, and care for His disciples.

What does the scripture suggest about the disciples' feelings after Jesus' death?

The disciples felt confused, hopeless, and lost after Jesus' death, as they struggled to understand the significance of His resurrection and the direction for their lives.

What is the significance of Jesus' third appearance to His disciples at the shore of Lake Tiberias?

Jesus' third appearance shows that He still cares for His disciples, offering them not just a miraculous catch of fish, but also a personal invitation to breakfast, emphasizing warmth, restoration, and care.

How do the disciples react to recognizing Jesus on the shore?

When John recognizes Jesus, he tells Peter, and Peter, in a spontaneous expression of love and longing, jumps into the water to reach Him, showing a deep personal connection with Jesus.

What lesson does Jesus teach through His actions when He serves the disciples breakfast?

Jesus teaches that restoration begins with personal care, not grand sermons. He offers comfort and sustenance, allowing the disciples time and space to heal and reconnect with Him.

How does the miracle of the fish relate to the disciples' previous failure?

The miracle of the fish highlights the difference between their efforts without Jesus and the success they experience when following His guidance, showing that without Him, their efforts are futile.

Why does the scripture emphasize the number of fish caught (153 large fish)?

The number 153 is symbolic, indicating abundance and God's providence. Despite the large catch, the nets do not break, symbolizing the strength and reliability of God's provision.

What does Jesus' invitation to 'come and have breakfast' symbolize?

Jesus' invitation to breakfast represents fellowship, restoration, and the personal relationship He offers to His followers. It's a moment of communion and healing after their failure.

What does the script say about Jesus' nature after His resurrection?

The script emphasizes that Jesus is both all-powerful, as evidenced by the miraculous catch of fish, and deeply compassionate, as He restores and nurtures His disciples with His presence and care.

How does the script encourage believers to respond to challenges and failures?

The script encourages believers to trust in Jesus even when facing failure or challenges, as He can transform what seems hopeless into something fruitful, and offers His presence and provision in every circumstance.