Summary for Jonah - So is it just about a whale?

Well, what have we learned about the book of Jonah, is it really about a whale?
No, we have learned about many things

1.   God loves everyone no matter what you have or have not done.
2.   When God gives gives instruction we need to follow it
3.   The plans of God can not be thwarted by man
4.   God is forgiving
5.   God is patient
6.   God is willing to teach us important lessons
7.   When God sends us to do a task, he has prepared the way for us in advance
8.   God always works for the good of all his children
9.   God was teaching Jonah about forgiveness and the importance of trusting God
10.  God keeps His word.

In a nutshell, when God calls you to do something for him it's just best to do it exactly what you are directed to do, when you are directed to do it.  

If you have fallen short and find yourself in trouble, God is willing to rescue you.  He's willing to forgive you.  He's willing to help you.  He will send someone to help you hear him.  He will give you a choice and tell you the consequences.  God is fair.

                                               Rebellion - repentance - restoration

If you feel as though you have failed God and you want to make it right, you can say the sinners prayer and be born again.  Jesus said, "Unless a man is born again, he can't see the kingdom of God." (John 3:3)  Here is the sinners prayer, say it with me and you will be born again into the kingdom of God.

PRAYER
Heavenly Father, I confess that I am a sinner.  Please forgive my sins and wash them away.  I believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God and that you died on the cross for my sins.  I believe that you rose again on the third day and that you now hold the keys to the kingdom of sin and death.  I believe that I will now have eternal life with you.  Please lead me and guide me.  Help me to understand your word, and help me to become the person you created me to be.  in Jesus name.  Amen.

**Now join a bible believing, bible preaching church and attend their bible study.  God will guide you.   Happy Re-Birthday!  You are now born-again into the kingdom of God.  Welcome !