As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake.
“Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
At once they left their nets and followed Him. They used to be just ordinary fishermen in Galilee, but from that day on a new life was spread out before them.
Since Peter followed Jesus immediately when he was called by Him, he was able to live the most valuable life by preaching the Savior whom the people of that time were waiting for. He recognized the opportunity to be blessed and immediately decided to take action. This was why he was able to receive the keys of the kingdom of heaven—the greatest blessing of all. What would his life have been like if he had hesitated to obey Jesus’ call or had given up with various excuses?
Now the world is desperately waiting for the Savior, and the Holy Spirit and the Bride are telling us to deliver the water of life to people of all nations. The golden opportunity like the one given to Peter is now right in front of us. Let us not hesitate. The keys to the brilliant kingdom of heaven are waiting for us!