Introductory Message To The Book Of Jonah

The book of Jonah has been viciously attacked by liberal critics. They say it nothing but a “fish story.” When they belittle the book of Jonah, they are really attacking the Lord Himself, because Jesus referred to Jonah as a literal prophet swallowed by a literal whale. (Matthew 12:39-41).

GREAT DOCTRINAL TRUTHS TAUGHT IN BOOK OF JONAH.

1. the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
2. that salvation is not by works.
3. God's purpose of grace cannot be frustrated.
4. God will not cast us aside for faithlessness.
5. God is good and gracious.
6. God has a salvation for all mankind.

This book is not about a big fish; it is about a conflict between the will of Jonah and the will of God.

When we insist on doing things our way (rather than God's way), we are actually fighting against God's will. This is one of the lessons of Jonah.

Do not wait till God sends a big tempestuous storm into your life. Obey God now.