Follow the Right Leader
August 24, 2023

Follow the Right Leader

John 21:1-10
Matthew 4:19-20 read, “Then he said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men. They immediately left their nets and followed him.” (NKJV) This verse records the promise that Jesus made to two brothers, who soon became his disciples. Beyond a shadow of doubt, Jesus is the G.O.A.T. when it comes to the subject of leadership. Both present and potential leaders can gain a vast amount of tips and techniques by studying how the Master did ministry on earth. This lesson is designed to share what Jesus prioritized providing for his followers.

Breakdown of John Chapter 21
1. The

for the Disciples Verses 1-5
2. The to the Disciples Verses 6-23
3. The by the Disciple Verses 24-25

  1. Jesus prioritized providing

    for his followers.
    Verse 5
    “He called out, “Fellows, have you caught any fish?” “No,” they replied.”
    (NLT)

  2. Jesus prioritized providing

    for his followers.
    Verse 6
    “Then he said, “Throw out your net on the right-hand side of the boat, and you’ll get some!” So they did, and they couldn’t haul in the net because there were so many fish in it.”
    (NLT)

  3. Jesus prioritized providing

    for his followers.
    Verse 6
    “Then he said, “Throw out your net on the right-hand side of the boat, and you’ll get some!” So they did, and they couldn’t haul in the net because there were so many fish in it.”(NLT)

  4. Jesus prioritized providing

    for his followers.
    Verses 15-17
    “After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these? “Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you. “Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him. 16) Jesus repeated the question: “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Yes, Lord,” Peter said, “you know I love you.” Then take care of my sheep,” Jesus said.
    17) A third time he asked him, “Simon son of John, do you love me? “Peter was hurt that Jesus asked the question a third time. He said, “Lord, you know everything. You know that I love you. “Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep.” (NLT)

  5. Jesus prioritized providing

    for his followers.
    Verses 20-22
    “Peter turned around and saw behind them the disciple Jesus loved—the one who had leaned over to Jesus during supper and asked, “Lord, who will betray you?”
    21) Peter asked Jesus, “What about him, Lord?” 22) Jesus replied, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? As for you, follow me.”(NLT)