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How to Pray in Desperate Situations | The Story of Jonah | Cristie Jo Johnston

When crisis hits, prayer often gets simpler and more honest. In this message from the book of Jonah, we explore what happens when life strips us down to raw dependence on God, and what mercy looks like when we finally cry out. Jonah did not pray from a sanctuary. He prayed from the belly of a fish. His story reminds us that prayer does not need polish. It needs honesty. In this teaching, we walk through six life lessons drawn from Jonah’s journey that speak directly to runners, returners, parents, and anyone quietly wrestling with God. You will hear about: • How God is still speaking, and why the issue is often not clarity but resistance • What happens when we stop receiving from God and start running from Him • Why mercy often meets us at our lowest point • The power of repentance and the hope of second chances • How rebellion affects more than just us • Why God calls us to reach out because His heart is already leaning toward mercy If you have ever felt distant from God, disappointed, wounded, or unsure how to come home, this message is for you. It is also for parents and loved ones praying for a runner, wondering when or if God will intervene. At the end of the message, we take time for a simple, honest prayer and quiet reflection, inviting God to meet us exactly where we are. Questions for reflection: Which of the six life lessons speaks most clearly to your heart right now? Are you receiving from God or running from something He has asked? Is there someone God is calling you to reach with mercy rather than frustration? What would one step toward coming home look like today? God is still speaking. God is still merciful. And it is never too late to respond. 📖 Want to dive deeper? Read more articles by Jerry Johnston and explore additional teaching resources at: https://www.jerryjohnston.com 👉 If this sermon encouraged you 👍 Like this video to spread the Word 🔔 Subscribe for more biblical teaching and future messages 💬 Comment below and let us know how God is using truth to strengthen your walk with Him