Posts with the tag “repentance”

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

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

Pastor Carrie from Mercy City Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, introduced a new series titled "Sickles and Swords," emphasizing the importance of spiritual readiness and the concept of harvest. She highlighted the need for repentance, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the urgency of actively engaging in evangelism. Statistical data revealed that 82% of unchurched individuals might attend church if invited, but only 2% of churchgoers invited non-Christians last year. Pastor Carrie called for a proactive approach to reaching the lost, urging the congregation to be bold in sharing their faith and to prepare for a spiritual harvest.  Read More