In this powerful message from Jonah 1:3–6, we uncover the uncomfortable truth about spiritual rebellion and divine pursuit. Jonah’s flight from God isn’t just an ancient story—it’s a mirror held up to our own hearts. Why do we run from God while convincing ourselves we’re at peace?

This sermon explores how sin brings its own storm, how God’s mercy often sounds like thunder, and why sometimes the chaos in our lives is God’s invitation to return. Through the Hebrew word kum (“arise, get up”), we see how God continues to call—even when we’ve gone silent.

When Jonah sleeps below deck as the sailors cry out to their false gods, it paints a haunting picture: rebellion can feel restful… until the storm hits. But even in our disobedience, God’s grace is relentless. He doesn’t send storms to destroy us—but to wake us up.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the turmoil around you might be God’s loving pursuit, this episode will help you see your storm differently.

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