Good Shepherd Barrhaven Sermon Stream

Churches can have a reputation for judgy behaviour. Folks with a past, folks who don't have it all together, and folks who have doubts can sometimes feel like church isn't for them. Yet, the gospel passage for today tells us this isn't the case at all. In fact, Jesus welcomes those who have messed up in big ways. He isn't surprised by our weaknesses. Instead, he simply asks if we want to follow him, even if we can't follow through as we would like. In this sermon, Fr. Stephen tells us how Jesus' interaction with his disciples can give hope to everyone who struggles with being a good follower of Jesus.Scripture reference: John 21:1-19Preached by Rev. Stephen Silverthorne on the Third Sunday of Easter, May 5, 2019Sermon HighlightsClose attention to detail helps us understand this passageThe details highlight the failures of the disciplesThey also highlight the graciousness of JesusHe restores those who denied himHe gives them a place of leadershipHe challenges them to evangelizeJesus welcomes us when we failWe