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JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in Jonah 4:11. God said to the prophet Jonah, “Should I not have concern for more »

JOHN SHIRK - Where would we be without second chances? Jonah knew where he would have been without a second chance. While he was in the belly of a huge fish, Jonah would follow through on his promise to obey God. As a result, a major city was spared from…

JOHN SHIRK - When Jonah preached in Nineveh, the city responded in repentance. This was a city known for its violence, but when they welcomed the love of God to their city, they committed to give up their violence and evil ways, and their change of heart…

JOHN SHIRK-After the city of Nineveh turned to God in humility, Jonah became angry. He did not share in the enthusiasm of the city's spiritual revival. God had some words for Jonah that revealed His concern for souls.

JOHN SHIRK - Sometimes, revival happens in unexpected places. Nineveh was one of those places, and I think that says something to us about not giving up on people prematurely who show no interest in Jesus. You never know when they might be ripe for a…

JOHN SHIRK - Jonah had disobeyed God in going the opposite direction from Nineveh, but God gave him a second opportunity, and this time Jonah went in the right direction. His second opportunity gives hope for anyone who has regrets about past failures.

JOHN SHIRK-Jonah was called to go one way, and he went the opposite way. Something had to happen to bring Jonah to a turning point. That turning point was a big fish and a heartfelt prayer. See inside for the details.

JOHN SHIRK-Jonah was an interesting character in the Bible, who was a prophet of God. At the same time, there were attitudes in his own heart that needed revamping. We will take a look at his travels in upcoming blogs.