The sermon concludes a series on the Book of Jonah, focusing on the unresolved ending of Jonah 4. It highlights Jonah's anger and reluctance to accept God's mercy towards the Ninevites, despite being a prophet. The sermon emphasizes the theme of doing God's will without having God's heart, and the importance of aligning our actions with God's compassion and love. It challenges listeners to reflect on their own lives, questioning whether they are truly living with their hearts aligned with God's will or merely going through the motions.

Heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts and minds, ready to receive Your wisdom and guidance. Help us to be receptive to Your message today and to understand the lessons You want us to learn from Jonah's story. May we be open to Your calling and willing to align our hearts with Yours. Amen.

Have you ever watched a movie or TV show that ended without resolution? How did it make you feel?

1. Jonah 4:1-11

2. Matthew 12:40-41

3. Genesis 3:24

4. Revelation 3:15-16

1. Why do you think Jonah was so angry about God's mercy towards the Ninevites?

2. Can you relate to Jonah's struggle with doing God's will without having God's heart? How?

3. What does it mean to have the heart of God in our actions?

4. How can we ensure that our motives align with God's will?

5. Why is it important to understand that God is a God of second chances?

6. How can we avoid being lukewarm in our faith and commitment to God?

7. What are some practical ways to pursue a deeper relationship with God?

8. How can we shift our focus from material possessions to building meaningful relationships?

This week, identify one area in your life where you may be doing God's will without having His heart. Pray for guidance and take a step towards aligning your actions with God's compassion and love.

1. Jonah struggled with accepting God's mercy for those he despised.

2. It's possible to do God's will without having His heart.

3. God is a God of second chances, always calling us back to Him.

4. Our focus should be on relationships and God's mission, not material possessions.

5. Aligning our hearts with God's will leads to true joy and fulfillment.

Lord, thank You for the lessons from Jonah's story. Help us to align our hearts with Yours and to act with Your compassion and love. May we be instruments of Your mercy and grace in the world. Guide us as we seek to deepen our relationship with You and live out Your will in our lives. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.