God is gracious and that is a very good thing, and, normally, we consider it a good thing. But what happens when God shows His grace to those who have hurt us or others?
Jonah
What happens when we run from God and His plan? What happens when we think we know better than God does? In the book of Jonah, God answers these questions. God calls Jonah to share His word, but Jonah chooses to obey his own preferences instead of God’s plan. This leads Jonah into an increasingly uncomfortable situation. And just when it seems like things are getting resolved, some old habits resurface. In this series, we’ll explore the book of Jonah and see how God relentlessly pursues His people both when they’re lost and when they’re just plain stubborn.
Sermons
God’s Unstoppable Purpose
We tend to get frustrated when things don’t go our way. And if we’re honest, sometimes our frustration is tied to our stubbornness. But what if God uses tough circumstances to get our attention for a reason?
Salvation Belongs to the Lord
Jonah is in an unbelievable situation, living three days and three nights in the belly of a giant fish. After Jonah disobeyed and ran away from God, it’s almost equally unbelievable that God would still pursue, rescue, and protect Jonah.
Running From God
You may not be a prophet like Jonah, but there are times when God wants you to do something you should not ignore. You can respond in obedience. Or you can run. Running from God is never a very good option. You may not get swallowed by a giant fish, but you will be...
Reading Plan
Plan Overview
Some stories in the Bible are so well-known that we can easily skim over them and imagine there is nothing new to learn. When we turn to the book of Jonah, it’s tempting to assume that we’ve heard it all before. Yet God’s Word is living and active. Even when we study a passage that we’ve read many times before, the Holy Spirit can reveal something fresh and new. As you read through this familiar book, may He stir something new inside you. Our hope is that you see this story from a different perspective and discover something fresh, not just about Jonah, but also about yourself and about God.
Reading Plan
Plan Overview
Some stories in the Bible are so well-known that we can easily skim over them and imagine there is nothing new to learn. When we turn to the book of Jonah, it’s tempting to assume that we’ve heard it all before. Yet God’s Word is living and active. Even when we study a passage that we’ve read many times before, the Holy Spirit can reveal something fresh and new. As you read through this familiar book, may He stir something new inside you. Our hope is that you see this story from a different perspective and discover something fresh, not just about Jonah, but also about yourself and about God.