John 21:20-25
Peter turning about, saw that disciple whom Jesus loved following, who also leaned on his breast at supper and said: Lord, who is he that shall betray thee? Him therefore when Peter had seen, he saith to Jesus: Lord, and what shall this man do? Jesus saith to him: So I will have him to remain till I come, what is it to thee? Follow thou me. This saying therefore went abroad among the brethren, that that disciple should not die. And Jesus did not say to him: He should not die; but: So I will have him to remain till I come, what is it to thee? This is that disciple who giveth testimony of these things and hath written these things: and we know that his testimony is true. But there are also many other things which Jesus did which, if they were written every one, the world itself. I think, would not be able to contain the books that should be written.
Peter’s curiosity about another disciple leads Jesus to remind him to focus on his own calling. Comparison can distract us from the unique mission God has given us. Each person’s journey is different, yet all are called to faithfulness. This Gospel encourages us to trust God’s plan for our lives rather than measuring ourselves against others. When we focus on following Christ, we find freedom, purpose, and peace. God’s call is personal and worthy of our wholehearted response.