Grow In Faith
Life giving devotionals in under 5 minutes.
Pastor Mike Woodruff, Christ Church pastors, and others will guide you through the Bible and help provide insights into scripture and practical takeaways for your daily walk with God.
Grow In Faith
Jonah Pt. 8 The Prodigal Prophet
In this episode of our Jonah devotional series, we uncover a surprising connection between the runaway prophet and Jesus' parable of the prodigal son. Jonah's story mirrors both brothers in the famous parable—first as the rebellious younger son fleeing his calling, then as the resentful older brother angry at God's mercy.
Key insights from Jonah chapter 1:
• How Jonah embodies both the prodigal's rebellion and the older brother's pride
• Why God's grace to "undeserving" people challenges our assumptions
• The warning against spiritual complacency—whether through disobedience or self-righteousness
This short but profound book (just 4 chapters!) reveals:
✓ No one is beyond God's pursuit
✓ Obedience without love is empty
✓ God's mercy is wider than we imagine
📖 Take 15 minutes this week to read Jonah—you'll be amazed at what you've missed!
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