we go out into the world to bring the Word to life, and the Sign of Jonah goes in front of us to remind us that the message is more important than programs, more important than buildings, more important than the approval and acclamation of those we encounter along the path. Although we can and should pray that the places where God sends us to serve will grow in favor with God, we are called first to proclaim the kingdom, not to stuff people into a pew.
