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Chuck Swindoll begins his series on Jonah, not by immersing us in the intricate details of this literary masterpiece but by giving us a bird’s-eye-view of the book.
Immediately, we’ll learn how running from God is a theological impossibility and how running with God is a remarkable discovery.
Released on 10 Jul 2025
The word of God came to Jonah, but Jonah turned away. God said to go east; Jonah went west. God said to speak; Jonah stayed silent. Did this rebel prophet thwart God’s plan? What happens when people today learn of God’s plan for their lives but choose to sidestep it?
The word of God came to Jonah, but Jonah turned away. God said to go east; Jonah went west. God said to speak; Jonah stayed silent.
The storms of life shock us, get our attention, teach us who’s in charge, and often lead us to our knees before the throne of God. For Jonah, it was an actual storm. God created a violent wind on the waters to get Jonah hurled out of the ship and into the sea. Good thing for Jonah, God appointed a fish to swallow him as a divine rescue.
... unapologetically Christian? It often feels like our voice isn’t allowed in this increasingly secular world — our Christian voice isn’t allowed.
You know, that feeling of wanting to speak up, but being held back by fear of the response?
But your voice is powerful. And Premier is here to empower you.