24th August 2026

The God of Surprises

"They immediately left their nets and followed Him.”

Matthew 4:20

Today's Bible Reading: Matthew 4:18-22.

The Lord Jesus often surprised those He met, including the fishermen He called to follow Him. When Christ gave them a new mission to fish for people, Peter and Andrew left their nets “immediately and followed Him” (Matthew 4:20), and James and John also “immediately left their boat” (v 22). They set off on this new adventure with the Lord, trusting Him, yet not knowing where they were going. The “immediate” response of these disciples is a great example to us. Then the first disciples did what all disciples of Jesus Christ should do: they “followed Him.”

God, of course, calls many people to serve Him in different way right where they are! Whether staying or going, we can all look to Him expectantly to surprise us with wonderful experiences and opportunities to live for Him in ways we might never have dreamed possible. This has been my experience, is it yours too?

Prayer: Loving Jesus, You call people to follow You in unique and amazing ways. Teach me to discern Your voice and respond to Your call. Amen.