Jonah and the Whale

When most people think about the book of Jonah, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? The big fish that swallowed Jonah, of course! But guess what — it’s not about the fish! Even though Jonah is listed among the Minor Prophets in the Old Testament, there’s actually no real prophecy in the book. Instead, it’s all about Jonah and his relationship with God. We see a prophet reluctant to carry out the mission God gave him, and then one who complained when that mission actually worked! What kind of prophet is that? Maybe the kind that reveals something true about us. Let’s take a closer look and see.