Simon Peter told them, "I am going fishing." "We will go with you," they said. So they went out and got into the boat, but caught nothing that night. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 21:3? 2. Why did Peter decide to go fishing in John 21:3? 3. How does Peter's decision reflect human tendencies when facing uncertainty? 4. What does John 21:3 teach about relying on Jesus for provision? 5. How can we apply Peter's initiative in our daily work and faith? 6. Compare Peter's actions in John 21:3 with his earlier faith in Matthew 14:29. 7. Why did Peter decide to go fishing in John 21:3 after Jesus' resurrection? 8. What does Peter's return to fishing symbolize in John 21:3? 9. How does John 21:3 reflect on the disciples' faith after Jesus' resurrection? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 21? 11. Who were the Twelve Apostles of Jesus? 12. John 21:6 – How could the disciples instantly catch such a huge number of fish after being unsuccessful all night, in a way that defies normal fishing practices? 13. Did Jesus know everything? (John 21:17 vs. Mark 13:32) 14. Where did Jesus first meet Simon Peter and Andrew? By the sea of Galilee (Matthew 4:18-22) On the banks of river Jordan (John 1:42). After that, Jesus decided to go to Galilee (John 1:43) Discussion Questions 1. What does Peter's decision to go fishing reveal about his state of mind and how can we relate to this in our own spiritual journeys?2. How does the disciples' experience of catching nothing without Jesus' guidance speak to our own efforts in life and ministry? 3. In what ways can we be tempted to return to our "old ways" when faced with uncertainty, and how can we resist this temptation? 4. How does the concept of community play a role in this passage, and how can we apply this to our own lives as believers? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced "nighttime" in your spiritual life. How did you seek Christ's guidance to bring you into the "daylight"?1. How does the miraculous catch of fish illustrate Jesus' power and the disciples' dependency on Him? 2. What does Jesus' preparation of breakfast for His disciples say about His care for them? 3. How does Peter's threefold confession mirror his earlier threefold denial? 4. In what ways do you see Jesus' grace towards Peter in this chapter, and how does it resonate with your personal experiences? 5. How do you understand Jesus' instructions to Peter: "Feed my lambs," "Take care of my sheep," and "Feed my sheep"? 6. What does Jesus' prediction of Peter's death signify about the cost of discipleship? 7. Why do you think Jesus mentioned the fate of John, and how did it cause a misunderstanding among the disciples? 8. How does this chapter emphasize the continuity of Jesus' work and the role of His disciples? 9. How does the final statement about the vastness of Jesus' works impact your perception of Him? 10. How can you apply the lessons from Peter's restoration to situations of failure or betrayal in your own life? 11. How can you relate to the disciples' initial lack of recognition of Jesus in your spiritual journey? 12. What does it mean to you to feed and take care of Jesus' sheep in today's context? 13. What lessons can you learn from Jesus' interaction with Peter about dealing with guilt and restoration? 14. How does the concept of discipleship in this chapter apply to your daily life? 15. In what ways do you feel called to serve others as a result of your love for Christ, as Peter was called? 16. How does the recurring theme of love in this chapter speak to you? 17. In what ways can you identify with Peter's journey from denial to restoration? 18. How do you perceive the mystery surrounding John's fate, and what does it tell us about focusing on our individual callings? 19. How can you carry the message of Jesus' continuous work to those around you? 20. In reflecting on the Gospel of John as a whole, how has your understanding of Jesus and His mission changed or deepened? Links John 21:3 NIVJohn 21:3 NLT John 21:3 ESV John 21:3 NASB John 21:3 KJV John 21:3 Commentaries Bible Hub |



