John 21:1-14 Pastor Andrey Gorban explores the profound themes of redemption and restoration in John 21:1-14, examining Jesus' gracious response to his disciples' failures. After initially acknowledging that Pastor Thomas had recently preached on the same passage, Pastor Gorban demonstrates how Scripture's richness allows for multiple faithful treatments of the same text. The sermon focuses on two key movements: from empty nets to abundant provision, and from failure to restored calling. Pastor Gorban emphasizes that God's plan has always been to use imperfect, failing people like Peter and the other disciples—not despite their weaknesses, but through them, bringing glory to God alone. The message powerfully illustrates how Jesus seeks out his failed disciples, feeds them, and recommissions them to ministry, showing that restoration requires acknowledging failure while being grounded in love for Christ. This sermon offers hope to anyone who feels disqualified by past failures, demonstrating that our God specializes in redeeming the broken and using the weak for his purposes. Preacher: Andrey Gorban Date: April 19, 2026 View sermon notes and details