Sermon: You Know It Is the Lord! | John 21:1-14 | Jesus Appears to Seven Disciples

2025-05-05

You Know It Is the Lord! | John 21:1-14 | Trinity Lutheran Church Have you ever had a moment when God's promises became unmistakably clear? In John 21:1-14, the disciples experience this very clarity. Initially, they don't recognize the figure on the shore—until He speaks and His promise is fulfilled. They've witnessed this before: a night of fruitless fishing, then a simple command from Jesus, and suddenly their nets overflow. "It is the Lord!" proclaims John, recognizing Jesus by His word that accomplishes e...

You Know It Is the Lord! | John 21:1-14 | Trinity Lutheran Church

Have you ever had a moment when God's promises became unmistakably clear? In John 21:1-14, the disciples experience this very clarity. Initially, they don't recognize the figure on the shore—until He speaks and His promise is fulfilled. They've witnessed this before: a night of fruitless fishing, then a simple command from Jesus, and suddenly their nets overflow. "It is the Lord!" proclaims John, recognizing Jesus by His word that accomplishes exactly what He promises.

Today, we hear that same powerful word, given so that "you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name" (John 20:31). Listen and believe—it truly is the Lord!

✨ Key Takeaways:
Jesus fulfills His promises in unexpected ways.
Recognizing Jesus comes through hearing His Word.
God's Word is powerful, creating faith and life.

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How has God's Word shown clarity in your life? Share your experiences in the comments below!

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📖 Scripture: John 21:1-14 (ESV)

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