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When God Forgives The People You Can’t Stand

Jonah was given a simple but harsh message: “Forty more days and Nineveh will be overthrown.” No explanation. No invitation. Just impending doom. It’s hard to imagine a sermon less inspiring.

And yet, the city of Nineveh—the capital of one of the most brutal and violent empires in history—responded immediately. From the greatest to the least, everyone repented. The king took off his royal robes, covered himself in sackcloth, and called for a citywide fast. Even the animals weren’t allowed to eat or drink as a sign of mourning.

They didn’t ask for proof. They didn’t demand a sign. They simply believed. Jonah should have been overjoyed. But instead, he was furious.

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Are You Really Saved? What Jonah 2 Reveals About Salvation

If God has called us to share the Gospel, we need to be clear about what salvation really is. Many say things like, “Just ask Jesus into your heart,” but what does that actually mean?
Jonah 2 gives us a blueprint for salvation that applies to everyone—regardless of background or past mistakes. As Jonah sat in the belly of the fish, he prayed a desperate prayer that outlines four key realities about salvation. Let’s walk through them together.

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Breaking Free From Jealousy’s Grip

Have you ever found yourself resenting someone else’s success? Maybe it’s a coworker who gets a promotion you wanted, a friend whose life seems perfect, or someone in church who gets all the recognition. You might not say it out loud, but deep down, you feel a sting of jealousy.
Most people think jealousy is just an unfortunate emotion. But the truth is, jealousy is far more dangerous than we realize. It isn’t just a feeling—it’s a symptom of a deeper heart issue.

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Who’s Your Champion? Facing Fear With Faith And Courage

Fear has a way of taking over our thoughts and making us feel small. Whether it’s the fear of failure, rejection, or even death, it can paralyze us. But what if we didn’t have to face fear alone? What if someone stood between us and our biggest challenges, fighting on our behalf? That’s exactly what Jesus does as our ultimate champion. Just like David fought Goliath on behalf of the Israelite army, Jesus has defeated sin, death, and every fear we’ll ever face.

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