Studies in Jonah

This book is a detailed study of one of the most fascinating Old Testament prophets. The author paints a clear view of the historical background of Jonah and brings to life many practical messages for today. “Jonah is much more than a ‘fish story,’ In fact only three verses out of a total of 84 deal with the fish!” This study examines the even still common emotions of being angry with God, allowing personal feelings to become a wall between one another, and self-pity. This book will be very helpful in home Bible study or classroom use.

Table of Contents

1. Poem — Jonah and the Whale
2. Introduction to Our Study in Jonah
3. Grounds for Obedience (1:1-2)
4. Disobedience Diagrammed (1:3)
5. Fruits of Reluctant Service (1:4-6)
6. A Colloquy with Disobedience (1:7-10)
7. Disobedience Poignantly Affects Others (1:11-14)
8. The Way to Escape the Doom of Disobedience (1:15-17)
9. Sin’s Affects Resolved By Obedience (2:1-4)
10. Obedience Clearly Outlined (2:1-10)
11. Two Great Messages On Obedient And Willing Service (3:1-4)
12. How To Instill Willingness (3:5-8)
13. Why Should Sinners Be Obedient and Willing? (3:9)
14. Obedience Rewarded (3:10)
15. The Tragedy of Unwillingness (4:1-4)
16. Why Is Willing Service So Crucial? (4:5-8)
17. God Pleads For Willingness (4:9-11)
18. Conclusion: The Unanswered Question
19. Short Sketches — Chapter One
20. Short Sketches — Chapter Two
21. Short Sketches — Chapter Three
22. Short Sketches — Chapter Four