Every Nation Logan - Sunday Services

Jonah: Prophet on the Run

This week Pastor JR lets the story of Jonah remind us of God's boundless grace and relentless pursuit of our hearts. Just as Jonah tried to run from his calling, we too may find ourselves resisting God’s direction. Yet, God’s mercy reaches us even in our lowest moments, guiding us back to where we need to be. Remember that no matter how far we stray, God is always ready to redirect us and use us for His purpose. Embrace His love, trust in His guidance, and let His word shape your actions and thoughts. Be encouraged to seek His will and share His message, knowing that God’s grace is greater than any obstacle you face.

Then some of the scribes and Pharisees answered him, saying, “Teacher, we wish to see a sign from you.” But he answered them, “An evil and adulterous generation seeks for a sign, but no sign will be given to it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. For just as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so will the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. The men of Nineveh will rise up at the judgment with this generation and condemn it, for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and behold, something greater than Jonah is here. - Matthew 12:38-41 (ESV)

The Jonah Effect

This week Pastor Henry helps us to remember that even when we feel like running away from our challenges or God’s calling, He is always present, ready to guide and restore us. The Book of Jonah reminds us that no matter how far we try to run or how deep we try to hide, God’s grace and mercy are never out of reach. Let’s embrace the opportunities to confront our fears, trust in God’s presence, and stay committed to the path He has set before us, knowing that His strength will carry us through every storm we face. Keep your heart open to His leading, and be encouraged that God is always working for your good, even in the toughest times.

 

Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying,  “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it, for their evil has come up before me.”  But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the Lord. - Jonah 1:1-3 (ESV)

Relationship Goals - Grace Under Pressure

This week Pastor JR helps us to remember that in Christ, we are all one body, uniquely gifted but united in purpose. Just like a body has many parts, each playing a crucial role, so do we as members of the church. Embrace the relationships you have within your community, knowing that despite our differences, it is Christ who binds us together. Let’s take small steps of faith towards unity, celebrating what we share in common—our love for Jesus. As we lift Him up, He will draw others to Himself, making our unity a powerful testimony to the world.

 

 For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.  For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit. - 1 Corinthians 12:12-13 (ESV)

Relationship Goals - Dysfunctional Relationships

This week Pastor Henry helps us to remember the power of walking in the Spirit. Just as Joseph navigated challenging family dynamics and Paul reminded us to walk by the Spirit, you too can rise above any difficulties you face. When tensions arise or relationships feel strained, lean on God’s guidance. Know that God is at work in every situation, and as you rely on His strength, you can bring light and healing to those around you. 

Now Israel loved Joseph more than any other of his sons, because he was the son of his old age. And he made him a robe of many colors. But when his brothers saw that their father loved him more than all his brothers, they hated him and could not speak peacefully to him. - Genesis 37:3-4 (ESV)

Relationship Goals - Love in the Age of A.I.

This week Pastor Henry helps us to strive to embody God’s unconditional love, letting it guide our actions and interactions, whether at home, work, or school. Even in an age dominated by technology, we must ensure our use of it is honourable and reflective of our faith. By being set apart, useful, and ready for every good work, we can foster genuine, meaningful connections that honour God and enrich our lives. 

 

Have nothing to do with foolish, ignorant controversies; you know that they breed quarrels.  And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil,  correcting his opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth,  and they may come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, after being captured by him to do his will. - 2 Timothy 2:23-26 (ESV)

Relationship Goals - Into Me See

This week Pastor Henry reminds us that love is our guiding principle and our greatest strength. Without love, our actions and achievements lose their true value. Love is patient, kind, and unselfish, bearing all things and enduring through every challenge. Let this agape love, the unconditional and sacrificial love that God has shown us through Jesus, be the foundation of all your relationships. Whether it's family love, deep friendships, romantic bonds, or loving those who are difficult to love, let God's love shine through you. Embrace the call to love one another deeply, as it reflects our true identity as disciples of Jesus. 

Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. - 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (ESV)

Keep The Fire Burning - The Truth Seekers

This week Stephanie helps to inspire us to be truth seekers—receptive, eager, and inquisitive. We are taught not to just hear the word; but receive it with your hearts, examine it, and allowed it to transform your lives. In a world filled with deception, God’s truth stands firm. Engage deeply with His word, ask questions, seek understanding, and let it shape your actions and decisions. Let’s keep the fire burning by pursuing the truth with passion and allowing God’s word to penetrate our hearts, bringing clarity, conviction, and transformation. Be encouraged to live out your faith boldly, knowing that God’s truth will always guide you and bring light to your path.

The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Berea, and when they arrived they went into the Jewish synagogue. Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.  - Acts 17:10-11 (ESV)

Keep The Fire Burning - Prison Praise: Gospel's Sustaining Fire

This week Pastor JR helps us to reflect on the story of Paul and Silas in the prison. They were unjustly imprisoned, yet they kept their spirits high, praying and singing hymns to God. Despite their shackles, they didn’t flee when an earthquake opened the prison doors, knowing that staying put could mean salvation for others. Their faith and resilience led to the conversion of their jailer and his entire household. Remember, in our toughest moments, praising God and waiting on His timing can turn our trials into testimonies. Trust that your faithfulness can inspire and lead others to Christ, even in the most unexpected circumstances.

Then he brought them out and said, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” And they said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.” And they spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all who were in his house. And he took them the same hour of the night and washed their wounds; and he was baptized at once, he and all his family. - Acts 16:30-33 (ESV)

Keep The Fire Burning

This week Pastor JR reminds us of the transformative power of being in Christ. We are not defined by outward appearances but by the renewal of our hearts through Jesus. As we navigate our week, let's keep the fire of the Holy Spirit burning brightly within us, letting it fuel our passion and commitment to living out God's mission. Remember, we are not only reconciled with God but are also called to be agents of reconciliation, sharing the good news and love of Christ with everyone we encounter. Keep the fire burning, stay in Christ, and watch how He sustains and fuels your spirit to make a difference in the lives of others.

All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. - 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 (ESV)

But God

This week Pastor JR speak about finding hope in God.No matter where you come from or the struggles you face, remember that God's grace is greater than any challenge. Whether it's feelings of guilt, loneliness, or weakness, there is always a "but God" moment waiting to transform your situation. Just as I found hope and healing through Christ despite a tumultuous past, you too can experience His immeasurable grace. Trust in God's strength, lean into His love, and let Him guide you through your week. Remember, He sees you, loves you, and will never leave you unchanged. Embrace His grace and let it carry you forward.

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. - Ephesians 2:8-10 (ESV)