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Jonah 3

Introduction

In this chapter we have, I. Jonah’s mission renewed, and the command a second time given him to go preach at Nineveh, Jonah 3:1–2. II. Jonah’s message to Nineveh faithfully delivered, by which its speedy overthrow was threatened, Jonah 3:3–4. III.

Verses 1–4

We have here a further evidence of the reconciliation between God and Jonah, and that it was a thorough reconciliation, though the controversy between them had run high. I. Jonah’s commission is renewed and readily obeyed. 1.

Verses 5–10

Here is I. A wonder of divine grace in the repentance and reformation of Nineveh, upon the warning given them of their destruction approaching. Verily I say unto you, we have not found so great an instance of it, no, not in Israel; and it will rise up in judgment against the men of the gospel—…