Posts with the tag “merciful”

God called Jonah to preach to Nineveh, but when the city repented and God showed mercy, Jonah became furious. His anger reveals a common human struggle: what happens when God's mercy offends our sense of justice? The story teaches us three key truths about mercy: it's for everyone, it can be offensive to our sense of fairness, and it's available to all who seek it. We cannot live in the 'mercy for me, but not for them' mindset. True relationship with God requires us to both receive and extend mercy.  Read More

Pastor Matt discusses the importance of aligning with God's will before accelerating in one's spiritual journey. He references Joshua chapter 5, highlighting the Israelites' transition from the wilderness to the Promised Land, emphasizing the necessity of circumcision as a symbol of covenant and alignment with God. Matt stresses that while miracles are significant, living in the Promised Land requires internal alignment and a commitment to God's promises. He encourages the congregation to embrace community, align their hearts with God, and prepare for a season of accelerated momentum, warning against misinterpreting enemy fear as a cue for action.  Read More