Lessons from Jonah. Part Two

"Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, 2“Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and preach to it the message that I tell you.”  3So Jonah arose and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord".    Jonah 3:1-3   NKJV

Look at the difference in Jonah. He had refused the first time to go to Nineveh, but now, he's up and on his way. Was he a changed man? We will see. Let us look at Lesson 3:

NO 3  GOD CAN STILL USE YOU IF YOU REFUSED THE FIRST TIME

This was the case with Jonah. He could be stubborn and rebellious. Now that's encouraging for those who are similar. There may be a price to pay but, God is still willing to use you once you come to your senses. You see, God won't change His mind, you have to do this and like with Jonah, He may give you some help to do so. Once you repent, He will meet you half way and encourage you to go for gold. Jonah did this!

His confession to the LORD changed everything. Jonah went to Nineveh and evangelised them. This one sermon resulted in the greatest revival in human history. This is God's grace, not ours. Not only did it affect all the people, the king too repented in sackcloth and ashes and ordered a decree - a fast that everyone should eat or drink nothing but  give themselves wholeheartedly to God. This was an amazing feat brought about by God using, a stubborn preacher.

Think of one time when you have felt a little like Jonah. You may have been through a tough time because of your rebellion or stubbornness. You've repented and God has still used you to do something wonderful for Him. When it's over, how do you feel. Do you feel so elated that God used you so powerfully or, do you still have hidden thoughts about some people. You try to hide this but God knows all about it. Is it possible to do great things for God and yet hide bad feeling about someone or something? What's your opinion on that?

We'll look at Chapter 4 tomorrow because there is so much in it, it would be a shame to leave things out. 

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now

Lord Jesus, I have sinned. I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today. In Jesus' Name. Amen
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