John 21: Jesus Appears to His Disciples
Why did Peter and other disciples decide to go fishing?
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Peter could not have forgotten the earlier time when Jesus asked him to cast his net on the other side of the boat. When he heard that command a second time, why didn’t he immediately recognize Jesus?
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King James
Why did Peter jump out of the boat, leaving everyone else to bring the fish?
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Where did Jesus get the bread, and the fish that were already cooking? Why did he ask Peter for more fish?
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How did this catch of fish compare with what was caught the previous time?
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When Jesus said, “Come and eat,” was his identity in doubt in any way? Why?
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After the resurrection, how much time did Jesus spend with his disciples?
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Why did Jesus ask if Peter cared? Why was he offended?
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How was Peter helped by knowing something about his future?
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Why was Peter concerned about John?
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In the digital age we have now, why can’t the world contain all the books that should be written?