Sermons on Jonah 1:17-2:9:

A Reluctant Prophet

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 27, 2000

The story of Jonah and how it parallels our reluctance to reach the lost.

I can still the scene from Titanic where the orchestra is brought out on deck to play music while the ship is sinking. Drinks and food are passed out in the dining room to maintain a sense of normalcy. People were eating, drinking and dancing as the ship was going down. It reminds me of what ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

What Happens When We Run Series

Contributed by Scott Gleason on Jan 4, 2001

As believers we need to realize the dangerous position in which we put ourselves when we decide to reject God’s will and run from His plan.

What Happens When We Run – Rejecting God’s Will Text: Jonah 1 (Sunday AM) Date: January 9, 2000 I. Introduction Attention: I had neatly folded my clothes, at least as neatly as an eight year old could have, and I had placed them in a little bag. I headed to the kitchen to get some food and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Choices

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 22, 2001

The choices we make in life can effect us and others eternally. Jonah’s first bad choice was to “Run Away.”

“CHOICES” JONAH 1: 1-17 JANUARY 7, 2001 INTRODUCTION: “Above anything else,” Jackie Robinson said, “I hate to lose.” On April 15, 1947, Robinson made it to the “show.” He became the first black man to wear a Major League uniform, destroying the color barrier in professional sports. In his ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fish And Spit

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 17, 2001

Response to the challenge of God’s call from an unrepentant prophet, Jonah.

Jonah 2 “Fish and Spit: The Challenge in Jonah .” Can you imagine what it is like to be inside a fish like Jonah? He said in v.5 “seaweed was wrapped around my head” This is like sushi in reverse. All rolled up in seaweed, but thankfully not dipped in wasabi and soy sauce? Hey maybe that’s a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What We Need To Learn From Jonah

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 7, 2001

Valuable lessons to learn about God and ourselves as we look into Jonah’s story.

What we need to learn from Jonah by Andrew Chan PBC, Vancouver, BC Text: Jonah 1 Introduction: An angler at the fishermen’s club was describing his toughest catch. “After 3 hours I landed this terrific monster of the sea” he said. “I saw the pictures and he was only 6 inches long,” said one ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Stop Running

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Oct 19, 2000

We can run but we can't hide.

Stop Running As I prayed this week asking the Lord to give me the message for today, He brought me to the book of Jonah. Many people find this particular piece of scripture hard to believe, but we should not, for we know that nothing is impossible for our God. Today we are going to examine what ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jonah Series

Contributed by John Walls on Oct 21, 2001

The link between Jonah and Israel

JONAH Jonah 1:17 Introduction: Of the Books of the Bible that the critics like to criticize, this is one of their favorites. One such critic asked a Bible believer if he really believed this part of the Bible too. The man answered “why, of course!” “Do you understand all that went on in the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Are You In A Storm That Isn't Your Fault?

Contributed by Rick Adams on Nov 4, 2001

What do we do when we find ourselves in the midst of a storm that really isn’t our fault?

This morning we could look at this passage and talk about: Running from God A merciful God (actual theme of the book) The significance of Jonah’s profession of God (v 9) God’s call on your life I don’t want to talk to you about that this morning Instead, I want to talk to you about the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revival: More Than A Whale Of A Story

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 5, 2001

Principles of preparation for revival.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. TEXT: Jonah 1:1-6, 17; 4:11 TOPIC: Revival THEME: Principles of preparation for revival REVIVAL: MORE THAN A WHALE OF A STORY By Dr. James O. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God! The Great Attention Getter!

Contributed by Tony Britt on Feb 6, 2002

This sermon focuses on how God wants to get our attention in order for us to know Him and use us to reach others with the good news of Jesus Christ!

God! The Great Attention Getter! I wonder what it would take to get your attention today? (Do something that really grabs attention)! Good now that I have your attention what will it take keep your attention. Maybe I’ll try juggling while preaching this message. That will definitely keep your ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17, Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let Go And Let God

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The middle verse of Jonah says "Those who cling to worthless idols forfeit the grace that could be theirs".

Introductory Considerations 1. One of best known stories in Bible is the story of Jonah - often seen as a children’s story and heard many children’s songs about it. 2. But the story of Jonah is a story that has an important message to each of us - as a church and as individuals. Not just about a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Date With The Deep

Contributed by Larry Wood on Oct 18, 2000

I. HIS DEEP HORROR IN THE FISH (5-6a) A.

I. HIS DEEP HORROR IN THE FISH (5-6a) A. Dark Waters Had Compassed His Soul (5a) "The waters compassed me about, even to the soul:..." B. Deep Waters Had Closed His Sight (5b) "...the depth closed me round about,..." C. Decaying Weeds Had Confused His Senses (5c) "...the weeds were wrapped about ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:5-6

Getting It Right

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002

God pursues us to save us.

GETTING IT RIGHT Jonah 1:17-2:10 S: Salvation Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: GOD PURSUES US TO SAVE US ?: What? Save us from what? KW: Quandaries TS: Because God pursues us to save us, we will find in Jonah 2 three quandaries from which we need to be saved. The _____ quandary from which we need ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

On The Run

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002

We cannot escape God.

ON THE RUN Jonah 1:1-17 S: Evangelism Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: WE CANNOT ESCAPE GOD. KW: Stages TS: In Jonah 1, we will find seven stages that unfold showing how we cannot escape God. Inductive The _____ stage is… I. COMMISSION (1-2) II. COMPREHENSION (3) III. CALAMITY ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Run, But You Can't Hide Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002

An exploration of the sin of Jonah in running away and how it relates to us.

JONAH 1 You Can Run But You Can’t Hide Donovan Myers Rosemount Missionary Church Dirty dishes are probably the greatest test for any serious and dedicated homemaker. After you have probably slaved all day getting the place in order or had to work outside the home and then had to prepare that ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed