Posts with the tag “blame”

Life brings consequences, but God's mercy follows us even when we run from Him. The story of Jonah reveals that what appears to be punishment is often God's protection, creating space for us to hear Him again. God doesn't abandon us in our messes—His presence finds us in our darkness. When we're at our lowest, God still hears our prayers and responds. Even after detours of our own making, God's purpose for our lives remains intact, offering us fresh starts because of His unchanging character of mercy and faithfulness.  Read More

God will go to the ends of the earth for you, no matter how far you've run. The story of Jonah illustrates God's relentless pursuit of His people, even when they flee in the opposite direction. Jonah ran from God's call to preach to Nineveh because he wanted judgment for them rather than mercy. Through storms and a great fish, God pursued Jonah not out of wrath but mercy. What appears as punishment in our lives is often God's rescue mission, reminding us that rebellion always triggers God's pursuit.  Read More