Igniting a Passion for Christ and His Church
n Is the Great Fish God's Punishment or Grace?
Punishment – God causes pain to keep us in line and on task.
Gift – God uses pain to reveal our deepest need and His Presence
n In the Belly of a Whale Jonah finds Immanuel
"Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?" Psalm 139:7
n [Jesus said] 'I am the resurrection and the life ... Do you believe this?' John 11:25
"Most people see only a hopeless end, but the Christian rejoices in an endless hope." ~ Gilbert M. Beeken
Encountering Whales
- TRUST that God is with you no matter what. [Psalm 23:4]
- PRAY honestly – Say what's on your heart. [Jeremiah 29:13]
- Never let go of HOPE -- faith is being sure of what we hope for [Heb 11:1]
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