Renewing Your Mind Jonah
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Sep 26, 2025 
Join R.C. Sproul, renowned theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, as he delves into the riveting story of Jonah. Explore the tensions between divine mercy and human rebellion. Sproul passionately argues for Jonah's historicity and grapples with Jonah's reluctance to preach to Nineveh. Discover profound insights on repentance as Jonah emerges from the belly of the great fish, plus a compelling discussion on God's compassion versus Jonah's anger. This conversation ultimately challenges us to reflect on our own attitudes toward mercy.
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Jonah As Historical Narrative
- R.C. Sproul argues Jonah should be read as historical, not merely allegorical or mythic.
- He says dismissing Jonah on naturalistic grounds would force rejecting miracles across Scripture.
Prophet Who Tried To Flee His Call
- Jonah flees God's call by paying a ship to Tarshish and attempts to escape God's presence.
- God pursues him with a storm, exposing Jonah's rebellion and moral failure.
Conscience And Confession At Sea
- Sproul highlights Jonah's repentance aboard the ship and the sailors' fear as God reveals Jonah's identity.
- He stresses Jonah's conscience admitting he feared the Lord, triggering the sailors' urgent response.
