"In this weekend’s Gospel, we hear the story of Peter and Andrew being called by Jesus. Something that I think we overlook in this Gospel passage is what Peter and Andrew left behind when they followed Christ. When they left their boats behind, it is easy to look at what they left behind as being insignificant. Having a boat in modern times is, generally speaking, a hobby.  In the context of this Gospel passage, boats were more than just a hobby. Peter and Andrew were leaving behind their entire livelihood and investment in their career. Boats were very hard to make and very expensive."

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Question to ponder: What would you be reluctant to give up in following Jesus?

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