"Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the second time, saying, 'Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and preach to it the message that I tell you.' So Jonah arose and went...."
Jonah 3:1-3a
Jonah was willing to obey God's voice the second time after going through a time of discipline. How wonderful is our longsuffering and patient God. He comes again and again to speak to our hard hearts. Often it is the "belly-of-the-fish" experience that makes us willing to be willing. God does give second chances, but I need to remember that "God's spirit will not always strive with man" Genesis 6:3), and even though "The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in mercy. He will not always strive with us, nor will He keep His anger forever" (Psalm 103:8-9). How much better to say "Yes" the first time.
Today's Thought: God gives second chances, but there are limits to His patience.
Have a "Yes" day. Love you.
Jonah 3:1-3a
Jonah was willing to obey God's voice the second time after going through a time of discipline. How wonderful is our longsuffering and patient God. He comes again and again to speak to our hard hearts. Often it is the "belly-of-the-fish" experience that makes us willing to be willing. God does give second chances, but I need to remember that "God's spirit will not always strive with man" Genesis 6:3), and even though "The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in mercy. He will not always strive with us, nor will He keep His anger forever" (Psalm 103:8-9). How much better to say "Yes" the first time.
Today's Thought: God gives second chances, but there are limits to His patience.
Have a "Yes" day. Love you.
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