Fishing 101

I want to start by admitting I am no fisherman.  The highlight of my fishing career was helping my son, Michael, get his fishing merit badge in scouts.  Somehow, we were able to accomplish that without catching a fish.  But this morning, I was reading about Jesus calling his disciples to be fishers of men.  I love that Jesus found a way to engage the disciples by meeting them where they were.  They were not highly educated, but they knew about fishing.  He must have made an impression, as they immediately dropped their nets to follow Him.  But what was he actually calling them to do?  He wanted the disciples to know Him, follow him and tell others about Him.  And He is calling us to do the same.  Like fishing, the whole process requires a lot of quiet and patience.  There will be days when the fish aren't interested, but there will also be days where a connection is made.  Whether we are casting nets or casting a lure, there will be times when the equipment needs to be repaired or the location needs to be adjusted.  That shouldn't be viewed as a setback, but part of the process of learning how to better connect.  I want to be a better fisherman.