The lowered nets began ripping apart from the weight of the catch. Realizing that they had just witnessed a miracle, Peter and those working with him were “overwhelmed with astonishment.” Peter exclaimed: “Depart from me, Lord, because I am a sinful man.” (Luke 5:6-9) Peter apparently felt unworthy even to be in Jesus’ presence.

2. Why is it helpful for us to consider Peter’s example?

² Peter was right​—he was “a sinful man.” The Scriptures show that he sometimes said and did things that he later regretted. Can you relate to Peter? Are you battling a personality flaw or a persistent sinful tendency? If so, you can gain hope by studying Peter’s example.

4. As found at Luke 5:5-10, how did Peter describe himself, but how did Jesus assure him?

⁴ The Scriptures do not say why Peter described himself as “a sinful man” or what sins he had in mind. (Read Luke 5:5-10.) But he may have made some serious mistakes.