Sunday Sermon – June 23, 2024 – “But Jonah” – Jonah 1:1-16
June 23, 2024
In Hot Pursuit of A Prophet
Jonah 1:1-16
Sunday, June 23, 2024
Dr. Kelly B. Burton
Jonah is found among the Minor Prophets. When we think of prophets, we usually think of a future prediction concerning God’s people. But Jonah recounts a story from his personal past that has significance for God’s people today. Some readers associate the story with a whale. But the “great fish” is meant to show the mercy of God to a rebellious prophet. Positioned inside the great fish Jonah has a remarkable view of God’s grace. Today I want to show you that God cooperates with all our decisions to direct them to fulfill His purposes. Jonah needed to obey God’s commands even the ones he didn’t like.
Jonah 1:1-3 There is No Limit to God’s Compassion
Notice the references to Jonah’s rebellion.
What was Jonah’s beef with Ninevah?
Jonah 1:4-9 God Pursues His Sleepy Saints Instead of Letting Us Wander Away
The storm was God’s way of speaking to Jonah.
Our rebellion effects more than just us.
Jonah 1:10-16 God Notices Genuine Faith and Rewards Obedience
The mariners’ response was to show Jonah what He will do with the Ninevites.
The mariners did not understand all the procedures to know God. They simply believed.
Sermon in a Sentence: God cooperates with all our decisions. Recognize how He speaks
