The Book of Jonah: Running From God

Ever felt like running away from God instead of toward Him? You’re not alone — Jonah did too. This week, we’re kicking off a brand new series, Running From God, by diving deep into the first three verses of the Book of Jonah. It’s easy to think the Old Testament shows a harsh, angry God, while the New Testament shows a loving, merciful one. But what if God’s character — full of mercy, grace, and justice — has always been the same? In today’s message, we meet Jonah, a real prophet with a real choice: obey God’s call to warn Nineveh… or run. Spoiler: he ran — and many of us still do the same today. Whether it’s through avoiding church, ignoring God’s Word, or fleeing from hard conversations, running from God only distances us from His heart for restoration and redemption. Don’t miss this powerful reminder that even when we run, God still runs after us with His mercy. Scripture List: Jonah 1.1-3 2 Kings 14.25