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Can two people, inspired by the Holy Spirit, teach completely different messages from the same Bible passage? We know people do, of course, but can both messages be right? Well, let's ask Jonah and Nahum, and see what they say. To prepare, read through the book of Nahum (don't worry, it's short), then review Jonah. See if you can find the Bible passage they both worked with for their messages.

Steve Coleman will be taking us through the fourth and final chapter of Jonah. Jonah knows God's character (verse 2b) but there seems to be more Jonah and we can learn about God.

Injustice exists all around us. How can God be holy while allowing evil people to cause unabated destruction? How can justice and mercy coexist in the same God? Julie Coleman teaches from Jonah 3. Listen to find answers to these questions and more. 
 
*At the 18:15 mark there was a technical issue and about a minute is missing. How did they abandon their old beliefs so quickly? In general Julie said God had prepared their hearts through the conditions at the time. 

Is there something beyond believing that is necessary for our salvation? Must Jesus be "Lord" of our lives for us to be saved? Understanding what exactly was going on in Jesus' death and resurrection will answer that question quite clearly. Join us Easter Sunday to hear Julie Coleman share her message: "It is finished. And it really is."

Jonah is associated with the giant fish, a reluctant prophet of hope to the enemies of his people. In chapter 2, Jonah’s repentance brings redemption. Taken on its own merit, the Psalm in chapter 2 is quite beautiful. Skillfully woven into this poem are ancient theologies of God’s character and presence, God’s holiness, redemption, and sovereignty. Because it is a Psalm, it was meant to be heard, with music, so in preparation for Sunday worship, please read this chapter out loud with instrumental music playing. What do you hear?"
Grace and Peace
Joanne G. Hagemeyer

Two weeks ago Steve gave an introduction to Jonah. This often time taught story is more complex than what we heard and learned in Sunday School. This week Steve digs in deeper giving us insights found in the first chapter.