Jonah's anger at God's mercy towards the Ninevites reveals a deeper issue within him—a lack of compassion and an inflated sense of self-righteousness. He is more concerned with his reputation and personal comfort than with the salvation of an entire city. This is a reminder that God's ways are higher than ours, and His mercy extends beyond our understanding. God's questions to Jonah are not for His own knowledge but to prompt Jonah to reflect on his heart's condition. These questions challenge us to examine our own attitudes towards God's mercy and our willingness to extend it to others.

This story reminds us that God uses every part of our journey, even our failures and detours, for His purposes. Nothing is wasted in His hands. The very circumstances of Jonah’s rebellion became the backdrop for a miracle that pointed an entire city to God. We are called to commit our whole lives to Him, to trust that He can redeem every mistake, and to live urgently in light of His grace.

In our journey through the book of Jonah, we explore the profound lessons embedded in this narrative, which is often mistakenly relegated to children's stories. Jonah, a prophet of God, is called to deliver a message to Nineveh, a city known for its wickedness. However, Jonah's reluctance and eventual flight from God's command reveal a deeper struggle within him—a struggle that many of us can relate to. Jonah's story is not just about a man swallowed by a great fish; it's about the human tendency to run from God's call, the consequences of disobedience, and the boundless mercy of God.

Jonah's attempt to flee from God's presence results in a series of descents, symbolizing the spiritual decline that accompanies disobedience. This reminds us that running from God never leads to true freedom or fulfillment, but rather to a path of spiritual and emotional decline.

We are called to something radically different: to live honorably even when rejected, to submit with grace even when treated unjustly, and to endure suffering not with bitterness—but with the quiet strength of Christ.

This message unpacks what it means to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, the cornerstone chosen by God and yet rejected by men. Through His suffering, He bore our sins so that we might live for righteousness. Now, we walk the same path—not in our own strength, but in the power of the Shepherd who keeps our souls.

Whether you’re facing injustice, rejection, or hardship, this passage reminds us: we are never more like Christ than when we suffer righteously and love faithfully.

In this powerful message titled “Kept,” we explore 1 Peter 1:4–10, where Peter reminds us of the living hope we have in Christ—an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for us. Even through trials, God is refining our faith like gold, proving it genuine and preparing us for praise, glory, and honor when Jesus is revealed.

This sermon dives deep into the truth that God not only saves us—He keeps us. Through seasons of grief, testing, and waiting, our faith is being strengthened for something eternal. It helps us reflect on how trials are not signs of abandonment, but evidence of God's preserving power at work.

In this powerful reflection on 2 Timothy 1:1–7, we hear Paul’s heartfelt reminder to stir up the gift within us and walk in boldness. God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear — but of power, love, and a sound mind. This message is for anyone who’s been holding back, feeling discouraged, or needs to reignite their faith.

The early church was marked by a deep hunger for God’s Word. They didn’t just listen passively; they allowed the Word to transform their hearts and minds. This is a call for us to approach Scripture with open hearts, asking God what He wants to say and do in us. Alongside this, genuine fellowship—koinonia—was central. It wasn’t about surface-level interactions or cliques, but about opening our lives to one another, sharing burdens, and praying for each other. True fellowship means moving beyond small talk and being willing to be vulnerable, to listen, and to care. We see a model for what it means to live as a Spirit-filled community: steadfast in the apostles’ teaching, devoted to fellowship, breaking bread together, and committed to prayer.

Today marks a significant moment as we reflect on the birth of the Church in Acts 2, the day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit was poured out in power upon the first believers. This was not just a historical event, but a living reality that continues to be essential for every follower of Jesus. While all who believe in Christ have the Holy Spirit within them, there is a distinct empowering—the “upon” experience—that God desires for each of us. This empowering is not about emotional highs or outward signs, but about being equipped to live the life God calls us to, to witness boldly, and to walk in the gifts and fruit of the Spirit.