Sermon August 3rd 2025

1. Describe the discovery of the ancient fishing boat in the Sea of Galilee. What specific details about its condition and excavation process are mentioned?
2. How does the sermon connect the discovery of ancient artifacts, like the fishing boat or the church in Turkey, to the truth of Scripture? What is the speaker's main point about these discoveries?
3. What is the stated goal of the sermon series or "season" of teaching, according to the speaker? How does this go beyond simply "knowing about Jesus"?
4. Why did Jesus ask Peter to put his boat out a little from the shore? What practical problems did this solve for Jesus and the crowd?
5. What was Peter and his partners' situation (physical and emotional) before Jesus asked them to go into deeper water for a catch? How does this context make Jesus's request seem illogical?
6. Explain Peter's response to Jesus's command to "put out into the deep water and let down your nets." What was his initial hesitation, and what ultimately motivated his obedience?
7. What was Peter's reaction when he realized the enormity of the miraculous catch? What did he say to Jesus, and what does this reveal about his understanding of Jesus's identity?
8. How does Jesus respond to Peter's declaration of sinfulness? What comforting words does he offer, and what is the significance of this response?
9. Beyond the miraculous catch of fish, what new "mission" or calling does Jesus give to Peter? How does this transform Peter's previous identity?
10. The sermon redefines "blessings." Besides receiving a "boatload of something great," what other forms of blessings does the speaker suggest can come from following Jesus?Discuss how the sermon uses both a historical artifact (the ancient boat) and a biblical narrative (Luke 5:1-11) to reinforce the reality and relevance of Jesus. How do these two elements work together to encourage a deeper understanding of faith?
11. Analyze Peter's journey from a professional fisherman to a "fisher of people." What specific challenges and transformations did he experience, and what does his story teach us about the nature of discipleship and obedience to Jesus?
12. The sermon emphasizes "going to the depths with Jesus." What does this phrase mean in the context of the sermon, and what practical implications does it have for a believer's faith and actions, especially when facing seemingly illogical or difficult commands?
13. Explore the speaker's redefinition of "blessing" at the end of the sermon. Why is it important to consider blessings beyond tangible gains, and how might this perspective shift one's understanding of God's work in their life?
14. Compare and contrast the speaker's portrayal of encountering Jesus's holiness with common contemporary expectations. Why does the speaker believe Peter's reaction is a more accurate depiction, and what does this suggest about the appropriate response to divine presence?