The Grumblings of an Angry Prophet
You would think the complete change in the Ninevites’ hearts would thrill Jonah’s heart! Instead, he sulked and resented what happened. But let’s not be too quick to criticize him.
Proclamation, Transformation, Compassion
Did you know that the greatest revival in history is recorded in the third chapter of Jonah? The Ninevites’ widespread repentance moved God, in His grace, to replace His plan of annihilation.
God of the Second Chance
If we blow it in our spiritual life, does God just write us off and move on? Be heartened by the gracious response Jonah received from God after his deliberate disobedience.
Finally . . . Jonah Connects the Dots
It took almost drowning then being swallowed by a huge fish, but Jonah finally put the brakes on his rebellion and called out to God in prayer—from the strangest place imaginable!
Prayers Onboard – Prophet Overboard!
When a terrifying, violent storm hit, the pagan sailors had a greater respect for the Lord than one of His very own prophets. The Lord God had a purpose for the storm.
Resistance of a Racist Rebel
Mention Jonah and most will think of a whale. But what’s the main part of the story? It centers around a narrow-minded, prejudiced prophet.
Jonah: The Reluctant Prophet
Chuck Swindoll begins a study of the story of Jonah, taking us through the whole story—all 48 verses—and giving an overview of the entire account.