1.

In verses 1-3, Simon complied with what Jesus asked him to do. What does Simon’s response to Jesus’ request indicate about Simon as a disciple-candidate?  What wisdom can we learn from Jesus in serving the Lord’s discipleship ministry? 

2.

Think about Jesus’ order to Simon, and Simon’s response. Why do you think Jesus issued an order like this? What does Simon’s response show us about Simon as a disciple-candidate? What can we learn from Jesus in building up the Lord’s discipleship ministry?

3.

Consider the amount of fish the disciples caught, and the way they “managed” the large catch, bringing it into the boat. What does this tell us about Simon as a disciple-candidate? (cf. 10) 

4.

Think about Simon Peter’s reaction in verse 8. Why do you think Simon responded in this way? (cf. 9,10) What does this show us about Simon Peter as a disciple-candidate?

5.

In verse 10 Jesus said to Simon, “From now on you will catch men.” What does it mean to “catch” men? Why is this (catching men) necessary?

6.

Think about what the disciples did in verse 11. What does this show us about them as disciple-candidates?