Read the Scripture
Scripture passages for Follow Me
Primary passage
Matthew 4:19
19 He said to them, “Come after me, and I will make you fishers for men.”
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Mark
Mark 1:17
17 Jesus said to them, “Come after me, and I will make you into fishers for men.”
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John
John 12:26
26 If anyone serves me, let him follow me. Where I am, there my servant will also be. If anyone serves me, the Father will honor him.
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The command
Follow Jesus.
In context
Hear the whole passage.
Jesus addresses working fishermen beside the Sea of Galilee and calls them to leave their nets, follow Him, and become fishers of people.
What This Reveals About Jesus
Jesus calls people to attach their lives to Him, learn His way, and join His mission.
Jesus takes the initiative, calls ordinary people personally, and reshapes their purpose as they stay near Him.
Practice this command
Take one concrete step.
Choose one area where Jesus’ way conflicts with your routine. Take one specific obedient step and tell another believer what you are doing.
Discuss it
What might following Jesus require you to leave, rearrange, or learn in this season?
Pray
Jesus, lead me today. Give me courage to follow where you call and to care about the people you seek.
Teach it
Describe discipleship as being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and joining His work.
Continue walking
Keep listening and practicing.
Continue in the original collection
This command is source position 2 in the complete sequence.