In the verses of Luke's Gospel prior to the selection made for us by the Lectionary today we see Jesus casting out demons. In those pericopes Jesus' power to confront and confound evil is manifested. Yet, even though he is the Son of God, he does not choose to enact his mission alone. Today he calls Simon Peter and goes on to call James and john, sons of Zebedee, as well. He does not call them because they are perfect, strong or righteous. Simon Peter is overwhelmed saying: "Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man." (Lk 5: 8) Nevertheless, Jesus chooses him and also goes on to choose Judas Iscariot who was to betray him. The mystery of God's choice is beyond us, however, we can be certain that in baptism, confirmation and Holy Communion we are all indeed called and commissioned to work for the Lord despite our deficiencies. Like Simon Peter we too hear the call: "Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people." (Lk 5: 10)
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