This message introduces the book of Jonah by inviting listeners to move beyond the familiar story of the fish and instead wrestle with a big God whose grace extends even to enemies. Jonah runs because he resents God’s mercy, and in his story we see a mirror of our own tendency to flee God’s call when it challenges our vision of the good life. As the new year begins, the message calls the church to stop running, trust God’s compassionate purposes, and step into the fuller life He is offering.

Jonah 1

Matthew 12

Jonah 1:1-3 Group Guide

Give to Compass