Jonah 1:17;2:1-9 Bible Study_06

Jonah 1:17;2:1-9 Bible Study Jonah reminds us that God's presence enables us to endure the trials we face – even the ones we create by our disobedience.Jonah, a child of God, ran from his Father. God pursued his child on the wings of a storm. The storm, of course, forced Jonah to reconsider the path he had chosen.We have a tendency to think that during times of crisis God is distant or removed. Sometimes we even interpret His silence as indifference. Jonah reminds us that God's presence enables us to endure the trials we face – even the ones we create by our disobedience.All Christians need to periodically examine their spiritual passion to see if we have drifted from God. We also know that God is willing to do whatever it takes to awaken our hearts and bring us back.We need to get alone with God .We need to listen to God's voice.We need to pour out our hearts to God.If we are experiencing the Shepherd's touch daily in our lives, then we will recognize His voice when He warns of impending danger.