Resources on Jonah 3:10

Jonah and the Plant Drama by Ana Gobledale https://worshipwords.co.uk/jonah-the-plant-drama-for-on-line-ana-gobledale-uk/ Drama by Ana Gobledale Topics: Jonah , Grace , Mercy , Anger Source: Worship Words Ana Gobledale's dramatization of Jonah 3:10-4:11 has roles for a narrator, God, and Jonah. "Should I, God, not be concerned about Nineveh, that great city?"

More than just a Big Fish Tale Commentary/Exegesis by Kathryn M Schifferdecker https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/third-sunday-after-epiphany-2/commentary-on-jonah-31-5-10-3 Commentary/Exegesis by Kathryn M Schifferdecker Topics: Jonah , Mercy , God's Mercy , Lectionary Source: Working Preacher This commentary on Jonah 3:1-5, 10 notes that the same God who gave Jonah a second chance gives the people of Nineveh a second chance, and we can’t begrudge that kind of mercy.

Hooked Devotional https://livingchurch.org/2015/01/25/hooked/ Devotional Topics: Word of God , Evangelism , Preaching , Kingdom of God Source: The Living Church A devotional that weaves together Jonah 3:1-5, 10, Psalm 62:6-14, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, and Mark 1:14-20, reflecting on the way that God's Word becomes a "hook" that draws people into God's kingdom.

Begrudging God's pity Commentary/Exegesis by Margaret Odell https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-25/commentary-on-jonah-310-41-11-2 Commentary/Exegesis by Margaret Odell Topics: God's Mercy , Israel , Anger Source: Working Preacher God uses the "parable of the gourd” in Jonah 3:10-4:11 to urge Jonah to see Nineveh as God does: as totally dependent on God and as a recipient of God’s pity.

Jonah’s Pout Song/Hymn by Victoria Emily Jones https://artandtheology.org/2020/09/15/jonahs-pout-artful-devotion/ Song/Hymn by Victoria Emily Jones Topics: Jonah , Anger , Art , God's Will Source: Art & Theology This meditation on Jonah's pout in Jonah 3:10-4:11 features art inspired by the prophet from the Menologion of Basil II (Constantinople, 976–1025) as well as the song "Jonah's Blues" by the Branches Band.

Commentary on Jonah 3:10-4:11 Commentary/Exegesis by Karla Suomala https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-25/commentary-on-jonah-310-411-2 Commentary/Exegesis by Karla Suomala Topics: Jonah , God's Will , Prophets , Calling/Vocation Source: Working Preacher Karla Suomala’s commentary on Jonah 3:10-4:11 notes the uniqueness of Jonah as an “anti-prophet” who runs away from his calling, has a repentant audience, and responds to being a successful prophet with a request for death.

Jonah and God's Grace Commentary/Exegesis by Scott E Hoezee https://groundwork.reframemedia.com/episodes/jonah-and-gods-grace Commentary/Exegesis by Scott E Hoezee Topics: Jonah , Jonah , Grace , God Source: Groundwork This podcast considers Jonah 3-4, suggesting that Jonah's story reflects the sad truth about our fallen nature. But at the same time Jonah's conversation with God gives us hope in the greatness of our Creator's grace.

Nineveh's Repentance Service Outline by Taylor Burton-Edwards https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/season-after-epiphany-2018-worship-planning-series/third-sunday-after-the-epiphany-2018-planning-notes/third-sunday-after-the-epiphany-2018-order-of-worship Service Outline by Taylor Burton-Edwards Topics: Jonah , Mercy , Repentance , Preaching Source: Discipleship Ministries This order of worship for a service based on Jonah 3 includes a dramatization of Jonah's preaching and Nineveh's repentance, with roles for Jonah, the Lord, and a Narrator.

Standing Side By Side Element of Worship by Thom M Shuman https://lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com/2017/09/alternate-texts-liturgy-with-communion_16.html Element of Worship by Thom M Shuman Topics: Hope , Trinity , Grace of God , Attributes of God Source: Lectionary Liturgies Thom Shuman offers a complete order of worship, weaving in passages from Jonah 3:10 - 4:11, Psalm 145:1-8, Philippians 1:21-30, and Matthew 20:1-16, including calls to worship and reconciliation, prayers, liturgy for communion, offertory, sending, etc.

Struggling With Justice and Mercy Commentary/Exegesis by Anathea Portier-Young https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-25/commentary-on-jonah-310-411 Commentary/Exegesis by Anathea Portier-Young Topics: Jonah , Repentance , Justice , God's Mercy Source: Working Preacher Explaining that Jonah knew that "God's mercy would prevail over God's justice" against the nation that would destroy Israel, Anathea Portier-Young's commentary on Jonah 3:10-4:11 discusses God's lesson about extending grace to ignorant and innocent enemies.

Mutant Ministry Commentary/Exegesis by Paul Keim https://www.christiancentury.org/article/2003-01/mutant-ministry Commentary/Exegesis by Paul Keim Topics: Eschatology , Ethics , Justice , Mercy Source: The Christian Century Paul Keim ties together Psalm 62:5-12, Jonah 3:1-5, 10 and 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, arguing that each describes an impending crisis that reorients the values of its audience towards God.

Worship Plan Element of Worship by Thom M Shuman https://lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com/2018/01/liturgy-wcommunion-for-january-21-2018.html Element of Worship by Thom M Shuman Topics: Epiphany , Liturgy , Worship Planning , Peace Source: Lectionary Liturgies This worship plan presents elements for a worship service that addresses God's ability to bring order out of chaotic circumstances.

Hearts and Habits Sermon (Complete) by Drew Hoffman http://www.hprweb.com/2017/12/homilies-for-january-2018/ Sermon (Complete) by Drew Hoffman Topics: Fasting , Mary , Lent , Desire Source: Homiletic and Pastoral Review A collection of homilies by Drew Hoffman on Luke 2:16-21; Matthew 2:1-12; 1 Samuel 3:3-10, 19; Jonah 3:1-5, 10, and 1 Corinthians 7:29-31; and Mark 1:21-28. Themes include treasuring our blessings and denying ourselves through fasting.

The Prophet of Polemic Prose Commentary/Exegesis by Reginald H Fuller http://liturgy.slu.edu/3OrdB012118/theword_indepth.html Commentary/Exegesis by Reginald H Fuller Topics: Jonah , Repentance , Preaching , Prophets Source: The Sunday Website Jonah is not a typical prophet. Not in behavior, and not in writing style. And according to Reginald Fuller, Jonah 3:1-5, 10 ends differently from many others as well - almost a satire of Israel's behavior...

Mercy on the Undeserving Commentary/Exegesis by Michael J Chan https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-25/commentary-on-jonah-310-411-3 Commentary/Exegesis by Michael J Chan Topics: Mercy , Grace Source: Working Preacher Commentary on Jonah 3:10-4:11 by Michael J. Chan, who explores the ironies of the Jonah narrative and concludes that Jonah himself is one of the undeserving who nevertheless receive God's mercy.

The Word of the Lord came, comes, and will come Element of Worship by Thom M Shuman https://lectionaryliturgies.blogspot.com/2015/01/liturgy-wcommunion-for-january-25-2015.html Element of Worship by Thom M Shuman Topics: Kingdom of God , Word of God , Calling , Love your neighbor Source: Lectionary Liturgies This worship resource by Thom Shuman features a complete order of worship based on Jonah 3:1-5, 10, Psalm 62:5-12, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, and Mark 1:14-20. They invite us to respond to the Word of the Lord.

God Seeks the Best for People Sermon Starter/Outline by John van de Laar https://sacredise.com/lectionary-resources/proper-20a/ Sermon Starter/Outline by John van de Laar Topics: Forgiveness , Grace , Generosity , Love Source: Sacredise A worship planning guide including hymns, prayers, reflections, and more. The theme is showing God's generous compassion for people, based on Psalms 105 and 145, Jonah 3:10-4, Matthew 20:1-16, and Philippians 1:21-30.

When God Breaks In He Stretches Us Service Outline by Calvin Institute of Christian Worship http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/worship-service-when-god-breaks-in-he-stretches-us-jonah Service Outline by Calvin Institute of Christian Worship Topics: Advent , Obedience , Worship Planning , Sermon Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship A service plan for Advent recounting how God "broke into" the story of Jonah, calling him to a task until he was willing to obey. Part of an Advent series of anticipation.

Getting Our Priorities Right Commentary/Exegesis by John van de Laar https://sacredise.com/lectionary-resources/epiphany-3b/ Commentary/Exegesis by John van de Laar Topics: Trust , Wealth , Materialism , Greed Source: Sacredise Sermon notes and commentary by John van de Laar on Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Psalm 62:5-12; 1 Corinthians 7:29-31; and Mark 1:14-20, passages calling us to abandon the things of the world and commit ourselves to God.

The Breath of God's Mercy Study Guide by Margaret McGhee https://www.episcopalchurch.org/bible-study/bible-study-epiphany-3-b-2018 Study Guide by Margaret McGhee Topics: Jonah , Trust , God's Mercy , Calling Source: Sermons That Work This Bible study on Jonah 3:1-5, 10, Psalm 62:6-14, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, and Mark 1:14-20 explores the relentlessness of God’s call, trust in God, temporary nature of this world, and the call to follow Jesus.

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