Pastor George Johnson of Tuolumne Community Baptist Church

Today we are starting a new book study. It’s a book that is timeless. It’s just as relevant in today’s world as it was nearly 3000 years ago.

Let’s finish up Jonah today. But what’d interesting is it’s never really finished! We are Jonah. We all have the same stubborn nature that could keep us from forgiving. Bottom line...we must.

Who was Jonah? Why did he choose to run from God? Could it be that he ran not because of his fear of God’s judgement, but because of the resentment of God’s mercy?

This is it. We’re finishing the book of Hosea. There is a lot here. Just sit back and follow along.

Have you ever wondered how God thinks? What matters most to Him. I have. Today you will see more of how much He loves you. He’s always thinking of you and He’s always pursuing you.

There’s no power but we’re having church anyway. It may seem difficult to read these chapters, but there is a point. We’re all guilty; that’s why we need a Savior. If you feel the conviction, repent. It’s that simple.

When we ignore God we are living dangerously. We can quickly change and even not realize how far from God we have come. It’s time to come back.

Today Hosea turns his attention to the sin in Israel. God has proven His love for them and us. But for some reason we tend to wait until God drops the hammer on our sin before we turn back to Him. Why can’t we see it coming? Well a lot of reasons; leadership is one.

It’s hard to imagine how much God loves us. He is love; always there reaching out and pursuing you.

Have you ever felt guilty over your actions or sins? It doesn’t make that sin okay, but we need to realize God still loves you and wants you to return to your first love.