Jonah and the End of Self

New Hope Presbyterian Church

Jonah and the End of Self

July 7, 2024 • Pastor Jordan • Jonah 2

Pastor Jordan continues our Jonah series drawing from Jonah 2:1-10, Jonah's prayer from the belly of the whale, reflecting on the themes of darkness, helplessness, and ultimate surrender to God's will. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, he explores the profound journey of dying to self and embracing new life in Christ.

Discover how Jonah's transformative experience speaks to our own struggles and the importance of letting go of our old selves to become the people God intends us to be. Tune in for an inspiring message of hope, trust, and spiritual growth.

Jonah and Reluctant Mercy

June 30, 2024 • Pastor Jordan • Jonah 1

This week, Pastor Jordan kicks off a compelling new series on the story of Jonah, focusing on our reluctance to accept God's mercy and grace. Pastor Jordan delves into the historical and emotional context behind Jonah's flight from God's command to preach in Nineveh. He discusses Jonah's struggle with showing mercy to his enemies and draws parallels to our own lives. Through vivid examples and personal anecdotes, Pastor Jordan challenges us to confront our anger, embrace forgiveness, and extend God's love to even our worst adversaries.

Jonah and the Struggle with God's Boundless Grace

July 14, 2024 • Pastor Jordan • Jonah 3, Jonah 4

Pastor Jordan concludes our insightful series on the Book of Jonah, exploring themes of mercy, grace, and the human struggle with accepting God's boundless compassion for all, even those we might deem unworthy. Through Jonah's story, we are invited to reflect on our own biases and the transformative power of embracing a non-dualistic view of the world. This episode challenges us to look beyond our personal comforts and prejudices, urging us to see others through God's eyes—with love, empathy, and humility. Join us as we uncover the timeless wisdom in Jonah's tale and learn valuable lessons about grace, love, and unity.