0. Introduction: Running away

I. God and the Prophet (1:1-3)

II. God and the Prodigal (1:4-17)

1. God Sends the Storm (vv4-5)

2. Jonah Ignores God (vv5-12)
   • The Fear of the Lord

3. The Pagans Fear God (vv10-16)

4. The Lord Saves Jonah (v17)

Reflection Questions

1. Have you ever intentionally disobeyed God like Jonah? How did that go? Did your sin make you truly, lastingly happy?
2. Do you believe that God loves the real you, in all your messiness and sinfulness? Why or why not?
3. Are you living life in the fear of the Lord or just doing whatever you want? What do you need to change to fear the Lord? (Be practical and specific)

Discussion Questions

1. What do you think the key idea of this sermon was? 
2. What does it mean to fear the Lord? Think practically!
3. Pray for one another to know and cherish the relentless love of God for sinners.