Early on in Jesus’ ministry he called several fishermen to follow him. He promised that He would give them a new identity and new purpose. They would become fishers of men. Now that Jesus had been crucified and resurrected, the apostles went back to their old profession. Jesus, through the miraculous catch of fish not only reminded them of His provision and his direction; He also reminded them of the call that he has placed on their life. There is still a King, and He still has a Kingdom, and they still have a role. Jesus gives us strategy and discernment where we should cast our net. We must trust in His voice and be obedient when He says “try again” or “throw your net on this side”. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. (Romans 10:17)