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A God of Second Chances
Commentators overwhelmingly see God's recommissioning of Jonah as a profound display of grace. Despite Jonah's blatant disobedience, God did not discard him. Instead, He graciously restored Jonah to his prophetic office and dignity. Scholars like Calvin and Gill note this shows God's forgiveness and continued use of His servants is not based on their merit but on His unmerited favor.
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Jonah
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Albert Barnes
On Jonah 3:1
18th Century
Theologian
And the word of the Lord came a second time to Jonah - “Jonah, delivered from the whale, doubtless went up to Jerusalem to pay his vows an…
Charles Spurgeon
On Jonah 3:1–2
19th Century
Preacher
There is no preaching like that which God bids us. The preaching that comes out of our own heads will never go into other people's hearts. If we wi…
John Calvin
On Jonah 3:1–2
16th Century
Theologian
Here is set before us a remarkable proof of God’s grace—that He was pleased to bestow on Jonah his former dignity and honor. He was indeed unworthy…
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John Gill
On Jonah 3:1
17th Century
Pastor
And the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time
Jonah having been scourged by the Lord for his stubbornness a…
Matthew Henry
On Jonah 3:1–4
17th Century
Minister
God employs Jonah again in His service. His making use of us is evidence that He is at peace with us. Jonah was not disobedient, as he had been bef…