Sermons on Jonah Principles:

Is It A Good Thing, When God Shows Mercy To You? (Jonah 2:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 30, 2022

A reading that continues to let Jonah tell its story on its terms, at its pace. We praise our God, who is the One Who Saves us.

I'm going to begin this morning, simply by rereading Jonah 1. I'm hoping, as we reread it, that you'll realize you understand it better, and differently, than before last week: (1) And the Word of Yahweh came to Yonah the son of Amittai, saying, (2) "Rise! Walk! to Ninevah ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

The Protesting Prophet Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 31, 2022

Jonah sinned and ran from God; the sailors were spared and came to God.

Fear of God – Scared 1:3 In verses 1-3: Jonah is referenced in 2 Kings 14:25. He prophesied during the rule of Jeroboam II, the king of Israel from 703-753 B.C. He might have been one of the youthful prophets of the school referenced regarding Elisha's service (2 Kings 2:3). Jonah was called ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are You Doing? Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 21, 2005

#3 of 4 on Jonah. This message contrasts the heartless obedience of Jonah with the heartfelt repentance of the people of Nineveh. I am endebted to Dan Baumgartner of Bethany Presbyterian for many thoughts.

Four questions God asks Every Believer Where Are You Going? Where Do You Come From? What Are You Doing? What Do You Care About? This morning we return again to the Old Testament story of Jonah… Jonah and the big fish. And again this morning, I would encourage you not to get bogged down by ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ninety Percent Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 14, 2010

Do not crave for what you do not have (principle of contentment). Save faithfully and spend wisely (principle of prudence). Give generously and share your blessings (principle of giving).

In the last session, we talked about money - the TRUST fund – what God has entrusted to us. Everything belongs to Him but He has given us money as a trust in this life. • We talked about the tithe – 10% of what we have. God wants us to RETURN to Him as a way of honouring His ownership over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sow, Grow, Prosper

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 16, 2019

One of the principles, given to Noah after the flood, was the principle of seedtime and harvest. Life begins by this principle. Harvest springs from the good or bad seeds we have sown.

SOW, GROW, PROSPER “While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, winter and summer, and day and night shall not cease.” Genesis 8:22. The first thing Noah did after the Flood, was to build an altar and make a sacrifice to the Lord. God was pleased with him and made promises to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:22, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Futile Effort Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 13, 2019

God spoke to Jonah, calling him to go and cry against Nineveh. Foolishly, Jonah thought he could flee the presence of God. However, God intended for Nineveh to hear a warning, and He intended Jonah to deliver that warning. It is futile to try and flee God's presence!

A Futile Effort Jonah 1: 1-10 Having considered the introduction for Jonah, I want to remind us of the major theme of the book. Most tend to focus solely on Jonah’s miraculous deliverance from the belly of the great fish, but that is just one scene from this account in Scripture. In fact, that ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

When Will We Wake Up

Contributed by Harold Nichols on Mar 27, 2001

Jonah slept through the storm of his life, and so are we.

When Will We Wakeup Text: Jonah 1:6 Introduction: Everyone knows Jonah ran from God’s call to go to Ninevah and cry against the city; however, not many christians know the rest of the story. When Jonah ran he went on a ship that was heading the opposite way of God’s call. While ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Do Us A Trick Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Feb 7, 2005

Jesus tells the Pharisees that the only sign that they will be given is the sign of Jonah.

MUB 2-6-05 MATT 12;38-41 38Then some of the Pharisees and teachers of the law said to him, "Teacher, we want to see a miraculous sign from you." 39He answered, "A wicked and adulterous generation asks for a miraculous sign! But none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. 40For as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 1 - Lost Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2019

The Incredible story of Jonah and the Depth of God's Grace

Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message at https://youtu.be/NDlefgUVE-A Chuck Swindoll said, “The clock of life is wound but once, And no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. To lose one’s wealth is sad indeed. To lose one’s health is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3, 2 Kings 14:25, Matthew 12:40, Matthew 4:19, Psalm 139:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Part 2 - Severe Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com watch this message at: https://youtu.be/io3o8Y4SH2M Standing in line at the grocery store will usually provide me with some headline updates on the stars of Hollywood. I don’t follow most of these people and rarely entertain myself ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4-17

Denomination: Brethren

Part 3 - Deep Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

Grace Community Church, Winchester VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message at: https://youtu.be/pXQsyXd0fAw God’s grace can come in ways we least expect and take on forms that appear imposing, like a whale swallowing you up. Grace is often comforting but bringing you to a place of comfort may ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Part 4 - Sacred Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 30, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

Pastor Brad Reaves (c) 2019 Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com view this sermon in its entirety at https://youtu.be/qP3QJ00vx4Y The Gospel is only 'Good News' in the context of Bad News A man got a call from his doctor, "I have some good news and some ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:10, Jonah 3:1-5, 1 Corinthians 2:3-4, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Brethren

Part 5 - Reviving Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 30, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

Pastor Brad Reaves (c) 2019 Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA View this sermon at: https://youtu.be/n9X6xs7MjwA “Knowing the depth of God's mercy begins with repentance” Several years ago, The British Weekly published this letter: Dear Sir: It seems ministers feel their sermons are very ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:5-10, Titus 2:11, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Brethren

Part 6 - Uncommon Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 30, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

(c) 2019 Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this sermon at https://youtu.be/8Rgdf3m2fzU A young boy was pulling a large hay wagon down the road when it overturned in front of a farmer's house. The farmer came out and saw the young boy crying and said, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11, Luke 15:7, Colossians 3:12-13, Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Brethren

The Pouting Prophet Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 2, 2022

The mercy of God towards the people of Nineveh makes Jonah angry.

The mercy of God towards the people of Nineveh makes Jonah angry. Jonah delivered the message, but Scripture does not state if he gave assistance or encouragement. In verses 1-4: For what reason did Jonah turn out to be so furious when God saved Nineveh? The Jews would have rather not shared ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible