The miraculous catch of fish

Jesus uses nature itself to illustrate a truth: behold how his word draws a multitude of fish into the nets, even as a multitude of people drew near him to hear the word of God. And so also, he makes your very life a parable: you are like these fishermen, toiling all night long fruitlessly, your nets soiled and in need of washing, and ready to break. Yet he remains with you and will not depart from you but give grace to help in time of need. His mercy forgives sins and promises life and salvation. Sermon for Trinity V.