Jonah's Journey
What city did God tell Jonah to go to?
Nineveh
What happened while Jonah was on the ship?
A great storm arose
What swallowed Jonah?
A great fish
What message did Jonah preach to Nineveh?
That the city would be overthrown because of its wickedness.
What is one word that describes Jonah's first response to God?
Disobedience
What did Jonah use to try to escape God's call?
A ship
Who was afraid during the storm?
The sailors
How long was Jonah inside the fish?
Three days and three nights
How did the people of Nineveh respond?
They repented
What is one word that describes God's treatment of Jonah?
Mercy (Grace or Patience)
Which city was Jonah trying to reach instead of Nineveh?
Tarshish
What was Jonah doing while everyone else was panicking?
Sleeping
What did Jonah do while inside the fish?
He prayed to God
What did the king of Nineveh do after hearing Jonah's message?
He humbled himself, wore sackcloth, and called for repentance.
True or False: Jonah was happy when Nineveh repented.
False
Why did Jonah not want to go to Nineveh?
He knew God might forgive them if they repented.
How did the sailors discover Jonah was connected to the storm?
They cast lots and the lot fell on Jonah.
Who sent the fish?
God
What did God do when He saw the people had repented?
He showed mercy and did not destroy the city.
What plant did God provide for Jonah?
A vine
After receiving a second chance, what did Jonah finally do?
He went to Nineveh and preached God's message.
What did Jonah tell the sailors to do to stop the storm?
Throw him into the sea
What happened after Jonah finished praying?
The fish spit him out onto dry land.
What does Nineveh's response teach us about God?
God is merciful and willing to forgive those who repent.
What is the biggest lesson from Jonah's story?
God gives second chances, desires obedience, and shows mercy to all people who turn to Him.