John 21:11-14 (Part 2)… Called into Fellowship with Jesus and One Another

As we continue in John 21:11–14, something deeper stood out to me…

Vs 13… “ Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish.”

We see that Jesus, after the resurrection, appeared and served just as He did before—placing Himself in a servant’s position. He broke bread and shared fish with His disciples. This reflects a personal fellowship with Jesus. He sat with them, provided for them, and invited them close again.

This is the invitation to you: He desires fellowship with you—not just obedience, not just belief, but a relationship.

What does fellowship with Jesus look like? It looks like talking with Him in prayer, hearing from Him through Scripture, walking with Him daily, and becoming like Him—being transformed from the inside out.

However, we are also called to have fellowship with one another:

• Love one another. John 13:34-35 says “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

• Spend time together, having a real conversation, sharing meals, sharing testaments or moments with each other. Acts 2:42 says “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.”

• Encourages one another and build each other up and not down. Reminding each other of truth. As Hebrews 10:24-25 says “ And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works,  not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”

• Being real with struggles, helping each other stay aligned with God and praying for one another. James 5:16 says “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working”

• Serving one another humbly in love. Philippians 2:3 says “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility value others above yourself”

• Showing up for people and putting others before yourself, just as Jesus did. Yes, there are boundaries that need to be set if you are being taken advantage of, but if someone genuinely needs help and you are able to give a helping hand, then do so. As Galatians 5:13 says, “For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.”

  
  

  

This is the kind of fellowship Jesus shows us. But are we reflecting that same kind of fellowship with others?

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There is something we should reflect on when it comes to fellowship with one another. When it comes to two people in a dispute, we should remind ourselves to stay in alignment with God. This can happen anywhere—not just at work, but at home, at the store, while driving—basically anywhere you go or with anyone you meet.

How we respond matters.

As Colossians 4:5–6 says, “Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.”

The phrase that stands out to me is “seasoned with salt.”

What does this mean? It means responding with truth and wisdom. Just as salt enhances flavor, our words should add value—not be empty or careless. Salt was also used to preserve, so our words should preserve what is good.

We are called to reflect Jesus in every interaction—not reacting in pride, but responding with grace. As Proverbs 15:1 says, “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”

Even in disagreement.

Even when tension rises.

Even when the other person is not aligned with God—we are still called to be aligned with Him.

Fellowship isn’t just about who you are with; it’s about who you represent.

So when you find yourself in a dispute—or even a simple conversation—ask yourself: Am I reflecting Jesus, or reacting out of emotion?

It’s also important to know when to shake the dust off your feet and walk away. If you need to correct a brother or sister in Christ, do it out of love—not pride, as arguments often are. It’s not about winning, but about reflecting Him.

If, for some reason, you can’t walk away, or the person does not receive correction in love and instead sees it as discrimination, remember these two verses:

• As 2 Timothy 2:24–26 says, “And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting his opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth, and they may come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, after being captured by him to do his will.”

  
  

This means that our role is not to argue or force someone to change, but to respond with kindness, patience, and gentleness. We are called to correct with the right heart, not to win a debate, but to lead others toward truth. Ultimately, it is God who changes hearts—not us—so we remain faithful in how we respond and trust Him with the outcome.

• And Proverbs 29:11 says, “A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.”

This doesn’t mean the wise always stay silent—it means they don’t react impulsively. They pause, think, and choose their words carefully.

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Vs 14…. “This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.”

Notice how Jesus appeared three times to His disciples. Each encounter deepened their understanding, strengthened their faith, and made His presence more real and known. He shows up every time in our lives.

But our fellowship with Him isn’t meant to be occasional—it’s meant to be daily. You don’t grow in a relationship by showing up once; you grow by staying connected. The more time you spend with Him, the more clearly you recognize His voice, the more your heart aligns with His, and the more your life begins to reflect Him.

One moment with Jesus can change you—but daily fellowship is what transforms you.

So the question is: Are we visiting Him… or walking with Him?

Thank you for taking the time to be in God’s Word.

If this meant something to you, I encourage you to share it— you never know who needs this reminder today.