The Sovereign Compassion of the Lord

The Sovereign Compassion of the LORD Jonah Introduction 1. The “Word of the LORD” moves the story 2. God’s actions drive every event 3. God’s character is the focus of the dialog 4. God’s compassion is the key theme CHAPTER 1 God’s Sovereign Compassion in Judgment 1. God declares his judgment. 2. God chastens his own. 3. God delivers from judgment. CHAPTER 2 God’s Sovereign Compassion in Salvation 1. Rooted in God’s self-revelation. 2. Dependent on God’s compassion. CHAPTER 3 God’s Sovereign Compassion in Forgiveness 1. By the preaching of His Word 2. In response to repentance 3. God forgives and relents CHAPTER 4 God’s Sovereign Compassion in Question 1. God’s compassion is questioned 2. God’s compassion is demonstrated 3. God’s compassion in question (form) Lessons 1. What is your view of God’s heart towards sinners? 2. What is your view of God’s sovereign control? 3. What is your view of God’s compassion? 4. God typically shows himself to people through people. The Sovereign Compassion of the LORD Jonah