Are You Running from God Like Jonah?

IN THIS VIDEO Pastor Wesley Arnes continues the Jonah series, focusing on Jonah 2—a powerful moment of reflection and prayer from the belly of the great fish. Though Jonah rebelled and ran from God, we see how God’s discipline is both merciful and purposeful. In the depths of despair, Jonah prays, not knowing what his future holds, but trusting that God is still in control. This message challenges us to see Jonah’s story as a mirror—not just a window into his life, but a reflection of our own moments of sinking, struggling, and surrendering to God’s will. Just as Jonah spent three days in the belly of the fish, Jesus pointed to this as a foreshadowing of His own three days in the tomb—where death was not the end, but the beginning of our ultimate deliverance. If you’ve ever felt like you’re sinking deeper and deeper, God’s love is deeper still. ABOUT CROSSLIFE CHURCH CrossLife is a dynamic group of people of all ages who are seeking to become passionate followers of Jesus Christ in a challenging and ever-changing world. With three locations across the Orlando, Florida area, we'd love to welcome you on a Sunday! Find locations, service times, information about our ministries, and more about CrossLife Church at https://crosslifechurch.com/. CONNECT WITH US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossLifeFL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crosslifefl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCwhzBpQowtx8eSTdXaT7xJg Have a question? We'd love to help! Contact us using this form and a member of our team will gladly get in touch with you: https://crosslifechurch.com/contact. #JonahSeries #SinkingAndSurrender #GodsMercy #GraceInTheStorm #FaithOverControl #JesusIsGreater #TrustGodsPlan #LetGoAndSurrender #GodWillMakeAWay CHAPTERS 0:00 – Introduction: Continuing the Jonah series 1:02 – Jonah: A prophet called to Nineveh, but running to Tarshish instead 2:46 – Jonah’s sinking situation: Thrown overboard, swallowed by the great fish 3:40 – Prayer: Asking God to reveal w