KJ21. Launch Out Into The Deep - Sherry Stahl Get a Soul H2O Devotional Book Sampler when signing up! There's a harvest waiting for you! He looked at Peter and said, Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch (v. 4). Our weekly email connects you to the latest content and resources. Man-made evangelistic plans, impressive programs, clever techniques, incentives, and a highly programmed approach are sometimes in direct conflict with the leadership of the Holy Spirit. In this sunset hour of human history let us unitedly launch out and let down the gospel net to catch men for His kingdom. (Luke 5:4, 5) Your success is attached to your obedience. Moody Radio820 N. LaSalle Blvd.Chicago, IL 60610(312) 329-4300. But because He recognized something unique in Jesus he wisely obeyed (vs. 5). But many, alas! Your generous gift will help us impact others for Christ through our global salvation outreach and other faith based initiatives. In the language of Peter the church must confess, " 'Because you say so,'" we will launch out into the deep through faith and obedience, will trans form our hundreds into thousands and our thousands into hundreds of thousands. Together we will lift our hearts and voices with you in prayer. God created man with a unique type of strength. 5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net. And because of that, he missed out on some of the blessings God had in mind for him. When this is done we may watch in breathtaking wonder as hundreds of sinners saved by God's trans forming grace enter the fellowship of the church. Suddenly, Peter heard his name. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The young lions do lack, and suffer . Peters step of faith and obedience turned out to be a pivotal moment, transforming not just the outcome of that day, but his entire life after that: When they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their net was breaking (v. 6). Peter knelt in the water, intent on washing his nets. Samantha Young, Into the Deep. He also serves as the president of Impact Ministries, an outreach ministry committed to strengthening families in the South Shore community of Chicago. We give such attention to social media, critics, the Internet, talk shows, popular opinion, and best-selling books that we sometimes neglect the only source we really needthe Word of God. #LaunchDeeper. ((blessings)), Brenda, thanks! Others saw a rough, impetuous fisherman to spoke more than he thought. Read more. When she prayed about which book to write first she was You can change your cookie settings through your browser. If you didnt already know this story, you might guess that when Peter saw the great multitude of fishes in his net, he would let out a great shout and eagerly calculate his new wealth. Pastor, there is a vision that God has given you for this ministry and the only way to get it is by "launching out into the deep". The Lord knows our limitations. I am a beneficiary and an Almin of the School of Great Harvest and implimentng the same here in Kenya. Observe the faith factor in Peter's reply. " Totally incapable of coping alone with the colossal catch of fish, the disciples "signaled their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink" (verse 7, N.I.V.). Lancaster Baptist Church and Pastor Paul Chappell. At first, Peter protested, saying, Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing. Yet, despite his frustration over past failures and disappointments, Peter decided to obey Jesus instruction: Nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net (v. 5). Understanding The Holy Of Holies Inside The Temple. All these are dangerous prayer trends for a Christian. Your email address will not be published. The storm may be raging, but if you are where Christ has called you to be, and you are doing what he called you to do, he will bring you through. In deep prayer, pour out your heart and soul to God, as the Holy Spirit leads. Out in the deep water, we learn how to trust and how to pray. We generally do what we want to do. Likewise, in the book of Ephesians, Paul points out the incredible spiritual riches with which God blesses us: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with EVERY spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ (Ephesians 1:3). EDUCATION (Master Degree or Ph.D.) -Take difficult courses (more hours) -Change schools (better education) -Pay higher tuition c. HOME Where Do I, Do you ever worry about missing the mark? Science author Sally Adee explores the potential healing power of electroceuticals. Written by Gerry Blitz '"The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. According to the Barna Group, a nationwide research organization, three out of four Christians in the United States(74%)1 will share their faith only through lifestyle evangelisman approach void of direct, verbal witness to the lost around them. Learn how your comment data is processed. Peter wanted to correct this rabbi, but he had spoken with such authority that he simply said Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net (Luke 5:5). It's a command. Only the deep waters of Gods Word and His presence bring these blessings. "Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch." Jesus, St. Luke 5:4 "At the beginning of the new millennium, and at the close of the Great Jubilee during which we celebrated the two thousandth anniversary of the birth of Jesus and a new stage of the Church's journey begins, our hearts ring out with the words of Jesus when one day . The fishermen had left them and were washing their nets. It's your season of bountiful harvest for the kingdom. Let your faith make you fly. This is what is means to "launch out into the deep," for when we answer Our Saviour's invitation to join Him in the depths of the true and authentic spiritual life, when we cast our nets into unknown waters, trusting in the words of the Master, we will have our own miraculous catch of fish. ''And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake" (Luke 5:6). "Command to Launch Out into deep" (Vs 4) 2. The zeal at which you launch out determines the level of harvest to come to you. He invites us to launch out into the deep. We have to expand our vision so that we can understand and believe God for everything He has for us. TEXT: 4 "Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught." BR: Luke 5 (4) INTRO: Jesus was standing by a lake. When Christ released the word, Launch, Peters toiling season had officially ended and his drought was over. The third result of launching out into the deep is that extraordinary productivity produces extraordinary challenges. The best of life resources are not found on the surface. You won't find them near the shore in shallow waters. With statistics like these, is it any wonder that American Christians are stagnant and cold, with little spark of revival? Many have access to Gods Word and sense the Holy Spirits prompting. He exalts His word higher than Himself. Each one of us is an heir to His promise, but its also true we must have the correct personal vision of God before we receive that promise. Jesus had healed Peters mother in law and they had watched Jesus heal all the sick brought to Him the day before (Luke 4). Launch out. Even if you have toiled all night, you can through your net on the other side of the boat and have a supernatural-catch., To find out more about Sue Detweiler, her books and radio ministry click here. Joining hands and hearts together in prayer, consecration, fellowship, doctrinal harmony, and evangelistic activities, we are to unite for the enlargement and qualitative consolidation of the church. It is divine call to launch out in the deep at God's command! Many Christians are eager to launch a new business, career, hobby, or relationship. But few are surrendered to launch out in response to Jesus command, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men (Matthew 4:19). We must renew our commitment to stay the course in seeing the global Church mobilized and equipped for cross-cultural mission through the lens of abandoned devotion to Jesus. I can imagine Peters thoughts behind those words. 'Master, we've worked hard all night and haven't caught anything. Just as the boat suddenly overflowed with fish, your life is destined to overflow with Gods blessings when you heed His instructions. In the world today, there is great confusion, instability, fear, and uncertainty in people's hearts. Simon Peter was reluctant as he had just been out all-night fishing and had caught nothing. Simply click on the button below to reach us by form, email or phone. Is there a more effective way to unite the work of church and school in soul saving? Terms of Use First is the impressive catch. When Jesus says launch into the deep, it isn't a request. Launching out into the deep is Christ's exclusive strategy for prolific church growth. when in trouble, If you re among the majority of pastors, who spend nearly as much time concerned with the church's janitorial services as with its educational work, we challenge you to rethink your priorities. James and John were egotistical and self-centered. His request this time was astounding: Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a drought (Luke 5:4). See all formats and editions . 5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book on any . The Lord says renew your vision, passion, single-mindedness. Harvest House, Harvest Baptist Church Deep calleth unto the deep! Before anything great will be accomplished for Christ, we must make the decision to launch out at His command. Preparing for a leaders summit by my local Church Womens Ministry, dubbed: deep and wide Luke 5:4, in a couple of days. They are building a life-giving community and welcome innovative leaders to get involved in reaching neighbors, nations, and generations with the good news of Jesus Christs love and power. Read millions of eBooks and audiobooks on the web, iPad, iPhone and Android. In Luke 5:10 Jesus used the Greek word zogreo, meaning "to take alive." If I'm going to catch fish as a fisherman, the best time is the night. It is God's recipe for a growing, progressive church. All rights reserved. Why Launch? On the behalf of Christ Himself, Peter would call people to their Saviour. We are definitely over our heads and in need of sweet-Jesus-prayers. 3: Launching Out into the Deep, Part 3. How deep He does not say. LAUNCHING OUT INTO THE DEEP IN OUR COMMITMENT TAKES FAITH AND EFFORT: IT MAY GO AGAINST OUR INITIAL WILL! Description. Do you see what power these words have? Launch Out Into The Deep. This site uses cookies to provide you with more responsive and personalized service and to collect certain information about your use of the site. Powerful Prayer is birthed from reading the Word of God. Launch out into the deep. In deep prayer, pour out your heart and soul to God, as the Holy Spirit leads. Self centred prayers. And others just venture away from the land, Pooja Agnihotri, 17 Reasons Why Businesses Fail :Unscrew Yourself From Business Failure. In Luke 5:4 Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught (a load!). That means we have the authority to believe our Father for bigger and better things. Christ's challenging command to His disciples is "Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets" for the catch (verse 4). Barrigada, GU 96921 Are you ready to get out of your comfort zone? It is a call to set in motion a new tidal wave of soul-winning action that will engulf every town, village, city, and country in this world with the redeeming message of the everlasting gospel. Even before Kelly and I were married, when a group of us were just starting SVM2 many years ago, God gave Kelly this verse for the beginning activities and stages of SVM2. There was no Bible yet in the days of Joseph, so God made Himself known through a dream. *, When Jesus had finished speaking, he said to Simon, Now go out where it is deeper, and let down your nets to catch some fish.. Get a daily devotional and encouraging 2-3minute video direct to your inbox. Master, Simon replied, we worked hard all last night and didnt catch a thing. Under the power of the latter rain, every congregation is to explode with the influx of new believers who accept God's saving message. This knowledge will enable us to stay the course, no matter the circumstances or distractions swirling about us. Peters decision and the resulting miracle reveal that a single act of obedience to Christs command can change the course of an entire life. He invites us to launch out into the deep. In conclusion Its one thing to receive Jesus as your Saviour; its another thing to wholeheartedly follow Him as a disciple. We have a saving, redeeming judgment-hour message that must be given to all mankind with compelling passion. Believers are called into the same experience; plunge into the realm of harvest and launch into the deep, letting down your nets for a draught. When Christ released the word, "Launch", Peter's toiling season had officially ended and his drought was over. Peter himself had been working with filthy fishing equipment all night as well. The do it yourself or Go beyond policy doesnt apply to them because they are used to obvious statements and practices when it comes to prayer. You may remember in Luke 5 when Jesus was with Peter in His fishing boat. The focus in deep prayer is God, and through Christ Jesus we come into the presence of the Father. Maybe youve been splashing around in the shallows of faith for too long. AMP. What should you do if the problem with your faith is that it has been sitting on the display cabinet, instead of being used? Ask the Lord what he wants you to do. He wouldnt be pricing new boats or scouting out more partners. They dont realize it, but their navigation system is only programed to work by faith; it freezes when consulted by fear. The Seventh-day Adventist Church by launching out into the deep is under orders from God to confront peoples of all races, persuasions, and status with the redemptive eschatological message entrusted to us in this sunset hour of human history. There is only one answer to this condition, and that is the spiritual discipline of service. This is the chain reaction of unified, collective soul winning. In the murky waters of shallow Christianity, we lose focus; we forget the very purpose of ministry is to preach the gospel. Launch out into the deep. Initially, Peter responded to Jesus command like you and I would have donewith logic. This was completely ridiculous. On this particular day, Jesus got into Peters boat, asking him to push offshore so He could speak to the multitudes from the boat. The crowd was pressing in on Jesus as He spoke to them by the Lake of Gennesaret. Leave me to myself.(Luke 5:8 Message). This narration of the miraculous catch is a symbol of the evangelistic productivity that is guaranteed when the church responds in willing obedience to Christ's divine commission. The fish were to be found in the deep, not in the shallow water. Like Peter, our response to Gods Word will either invite His blessing and power, or it will hinder it. And when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Put out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. Let your faith make you soar. Jesus, really? Feb. 28Food banks are facing a crisis. Prayers of blessing on yall. God is anxiously waiting to bring about a similar experience for His church today. From the 45 percent in 1991 who stated they read their Bible outside church to 37 percent in 2001, these numbers should serve as a splash of cold water to some fast-asleep Christians.3. God is heard in deep and sincere prayer. Friend, as this year continues to unfold, youll see that your Heavenly Father wants to multiply your blessings. God created man with a unique type of strength. To add Sues radio broadcast to your local station click here. Launching out into the deep in this beginning stage of Harvest '90 gives unquestioning priority to evangelism in all forms and on all levels of the church organization. He is the One who orchestrates and undertakes to make a way for the fish to swim into the net. God speaks in accordance to His word. I was also aware it had ramifications for the new decade. "Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets" for the catch is the ringing challenge of Christ to the church today. They had already had some interactions with Him, however. If he was unsure about his life purpose before, he wasnt now. This means the total church participating in the common blessing of collective soul winning. Success is waiting to overtake you. Isnt it amazing how God desires to bless us and pour out His abundance in our lives? Launch Out Into The Deep Series Contributed by A. David Hart on Jun 11, 2007 (message contributor) based on 41 ratings (rate this sermon) | 121,708 views Scripture: Luke 5:1-6 Denomination: Baptist Summary: This sermon is to challenge us to trust the Lord with the challenges of life. #LaunchDeeper, You have a super-natural catch ahead! (Ps 42:7). Why? Lack of resources is not our problemwe have the boat and net. All representative texts Compare texts ^ top. You may have toiled for years, perhaps decades, months or even days No matter how long youve beentoiling when God declares your Launch season is here, your toiling officially ends and your success begins. Yes, all God needs is obedient, available lives, and He will arrange the details and fill the gospel net as we cast it into the deep by faith. Note well the confident expectancy in the phrase " 'I will let down the nets.' It was at this point that Peter knew he was not dealing with any ordinary rabbi. There is an urgent divine call to launch into the deep. The Lost Books Of The Bible: Should We Accept Or Reject? Gods word constantly renews our mind as we read it. We must come to a place where we believe and put into practice the knowledge that our God can do anything, but fail. Today, while countless millions continue to drift with the tide of moral laxity, materialism, and spiritual bankruptcytoday, when multitudes look desperately for a way of escape from escalating political unrest, ruthless bloodshed, economic chaos, injustice, and social oppressionGod commands His modern disciples to "launch out into the deep" with the all-embracing, all-sufficient good news of deliverance and redemption through the everlasting gospel. Sitemap, This site uses cookies to provide you with more responsive and personalized service and to collect certain information about your use of the site. They had not a single fish to show for their efforts. Total evangelism requires launching out into the deep through administrative initiative, support, and participation. Why could we echo Peters comment, Master, we have toiled all the night [by our methods, with the means we know] and have taken nothing? Source: The Song Book of the Salvation Army #c137. It is no longer an empty boat, but rather two boats loaded with fish to the point of sinking. He knew how, when, and where to fish. The same spot where Simon had spent the night catching nothing, boats were filled to the point of sinking. When Jesus stopped speaking, he looked at Peter and in verse 4 said, Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.. The Lord is our treasure and pearl of great price that we have to go after this year at all costs.
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