Ancient Prophets for Modern Times: Part 6: Jonah - The Reluctant Revivalist

Ancient Prophets for Modern Times: Part 6: Jonah - The Reluctant Revivalist

The story of Jonah is one of the most well-known stories in the Bible. However, the story isn't really about Jonah and the great fish. God was dealing with Ninevah, but He was also dealing with Jonah. Jonah finally surrendered to a ministry that he didn't really want to succeed.

A Father's Role

Fathers wear many hats. Sometimes they're fixers. Sometimes they're rescuers. Sometimes they're disciplinarians. Sometimes they're comforters. Sometimes they're encouragers. For Father's Day, Pastor Dave explores three important roles every godly father plays in his children's lives.

Ancient Prophets for Modern Times: Part 5: Obadiah - Criminal Negligence

The prophet Obadiah didn't prophecy about Judah or Israel; he prophesied to the nation of Edom. His message was an indictment of criminal negligence that still resonates with all who follow Jesus today.

God Can Do It Again!

As the Israelites were escaping slavery in Egypt, they found themselves trapped between the Red Sea and the Egyptian army. God came to their aid by parting the Red Sea and allowing His people to cross on dry land. Forty years later, Joshua and the Israelites faced a similar situation. They were about to move into the Promised Land, but the swollen banks of the Jordan River stood in their way. God parted the waters again! What God has done before, He can do again today!

Ancient Prophets for Modern Times: Part 4: Amos - The Prophet and the Profit

The prophet Amos spoke some of the harshest words of impending judgment on the nations surrounding Israel and upon Israel itself. However, he also promises a restoration will come to all those who heed God's word and seek Him while there is still time.