Matthew 4:18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.
It’s not necessarily an extensive knowledge of God’s word that makes persons humble; it is one’s willingness to obey God in whatsoever we know to be right currently, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant such issues may be, because any person who is humble in the little things will most likely be humble and obedient in greater matters.
When Peter walked on water through the power of God, it was a manifestation of that very same habit of obeying immediately, before he fully understood, which had previously caused him to leave his fishing nets to follow Jesus. Fishing was Peter’s livelihood, it was the means whereby he paid his bills, just as we go to work everyday to make a living.
But Peter didn’t stop to make any of those financial and social calculations that we too often indulge in before we obey. He did not stop to consider the ramifications to himself and his family. Instead, casting aside all valid and invalid concerns, he began to exercise that humility which always leads to obedience.
Matthew 4:20 And they straightway left their nets and followed him.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!