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. 24 Unexpected Repentance
In Jonah Chapter 3, we witness one of the most dramatic turnarounds in Scripture: the ruthless Assyrians—Israel’s enemies—repent at Jonah’s warning. From the king to the lowest servant, they humble themselves in sackcloth and ashes, proving that no one is beyond the reach of God’s mercy.
Key Takeaways:
- Why Nineveh’s repentance would have shocked Jonah (and us)
- The significance of fasting, sackcloth, and ashes—ancient signs of true humility
- How even the worst sinners can turn to God when confronted with truth
- The hope this story gives us when sharing the gospel with "impossible" cases
Jonah didn’t expect revival in Nineveh—but God did. This devotional challenges us to believe that no heart is too hard for Him to soften.
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