As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea—for they were fishers. 19 And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of people.”
I always found the concept of being “fishers of people” to be a little odd.
It's often understood with a meaning of catching people to convert them or save their souls, to haul them in our net.
Fishing is usually a utilitarian activity–catching fish to eat or sell. But avid anglers remind us that there’s something more profound.
Fishing not only brings us into contact with mystery as we learn the art of casting a line into opaque waters, but fish are beautiful creatures: their technicolor scales, the gentle movement of their lips and gills, and the feeling of their slimy muscled bellies are a wonder to behold.
I wonder if there is something to reclaim in there. Perhaps fishing for people is an invitation to draw near to the mystery of the other, and to acknowledge the unique beauty they possess, and the majesty of the waters we all inhabit.
How could you offer someone an affirmation of their unique beauty today?
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--Evan Amo
Reframe is built around the idea that our habits can change, and in turn change us.
One of the hardest yet most effective ways to shape a new habit is to share it with someone.