Renewing Your Mind God's Persistence with Jonah
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Aug 22, 2025 Join Derek Thomas, a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and a professor at Reformed Theological Seminary, as he explores Jonah's tumultuous journey. They delve into God’s relentless pursuit of Jonah, showcasing His merciful persistence even in disobedience. The discussion highlights themes of spiritual transformation, self-reflection through prayer, and the weight of faith during challenging times. Thomas draws parallels with contemporary struggles, reminding us of grace's power amidst our imperfections and the significance of recognizing God's presence in moments of tragedy.
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Jonah's Heart Problem
- Jonah's story is an indictment of personal rebellion and racial despising.
- Derek Thomas highlights Jonah's refusal to minister to Nineveh as the central problem.
Running To Tarshish
- Jonah pays for a ship and sails toward Tarshish to escape God's call.
- Derek Thomas uses Tarshish as a vivid example of 'doing a Jonah'—running away to a romanticized paradise.
Fleeing God's Presence
- Fleeing 'the presence of the Lord' means turning God's face away from you.
- Thomas connects Jonah's hiding to Adam and Eve's hiding after the fall.
