Calling of the Four Fishermen
Jesus calls Simon, Andrew, James, and John from their fishing nets to become fishers of men. They immediately leave everything to follow him.
Parallel Accounts
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
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Scripture from the Berean Standard Bible (BSB), public domain.
Matthew and Mark describe a simple call from the shore. Luke adds the miraculous catch of fish, placing the scene later and giving Peter's confession of sinfulness.
Straightforward call-and-response by the Sea of Galilee.
Emphasizes the immediacy of their response.
Includes a miraculous catch of fish and Peter's awe.
The bulk of Jesus's public work centered in Galilee: calling of the Twelve, the Sermon on the Mount, parables, miracles, and growing opposition.
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