Course CorrectionThis message is from Missionary from Ethiopia Steve Bennetsen in week four of the sermon series “Course Correction”. Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church in Illinois with a campus in Naperville, IL and Plainfield, IL. If you would like to learn more about Grace Pointe Church, please visit www.gracepointe.us. Grace Pointe Naperville: Sunday services at 8 am, 9:30 am, and 11 amGrace Pointe Plainfield: Sunday services at 9 am and 11 am.Is Your Heart Aligned with God's Heart for the Lost? Discover the profound spiritual lessons from Jonah chapter 4 about heart alignment with God's mission. This powerful message explores how Jonah's anger at Nineveh's repentance reveals a heart severely out of sync with God's compassion. Learn about God's teaching method using a plant, a worm, and scorching wind to highlight misplaced priorities.This teaching identifies two key indicators of misalignment: harboring negative feelings toward certain groups and prioritizing personal comfort over reaching the lost. You'll discover how Jesus, the 'greater Jonah,' demonstrates perfect alignment through genuine compassion, active pursuit of the lost, and sacrificial love.Perfect for anyone struggling with prejudice, comfort-seeking, or wondering how to develop greater compassion for those different from themselves. This message challenges believers to examine their hearts regarding evangelism, missions, and loving difficult people. Includes practical application questions to help align your heart with God's mission.Important VersesJonah 4:2Matthew 9:36Luke 19:10John 15:13Matthew 28:19-20Think about it!In what ways can you relate to Jonah's attitude toward the Ninevites? Are there any groups of people you find difficult to love or share the gospel with?Pastor Steve said, 'The more out of sync you are with God's heart, the more miserable you become.' Have you experienced this in your own life? Share an example.What does it mean to have our hearts 'aligned' with God's heart for mission? How would you describe God's heart for the lost based on this passage?The sermon identified two indicators of misalignment: negative feelings toward certain types of people and prioritizing comfort over lost people. Which of these do you struggle with more and why?Jesus is described as the 'greater Jonah' who succeeded where Jonah failed. What specific aspects of Jesus' approach to the lost challenge you most?How has your own experience of receiving God's grace affected your willingness to extend that grace to others?What practical steps can you take this week to better align your heart with God's heart for the lost?The sermon ended with Penn Jillette's challenge about sharing our faith. What barriers keep you from sharing the gospel with those around you?Apply it!This week, identify one person in your life who doesn't know Jesus - someone you may have been hesitant to engage with spiritually. Commit to praying for them daily, asking God to align your heart with His for this person. Then take one concrete step toward sharing God's love with them - it might be inviting them to coffee, asking about their spiritual background, or simply showing kindness in a tangible way. Remember, this isn't about a program or technique, but about allowing God's compassion for the lost to flow through you.Key TakeawaysOur hearts are naturally prone to be out of alignment with God's heart, especially regarding people we find difficult to love.Jesus demonstrates perfect alignment with God's heart through His compassion, active pursuit of the lost, and willingness to sacrifice.If we truly believe in eternal consequences, sharing the gospel becomes an act of love, not an optional activity.God is patient with our misaligned hearts and continues to work with us, just as He did with Jonah.