Discussion Questions
Discuss the story in small groups using the following questions. {10–15 minutes}
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When God first asked Jonah to go to Nineveh, why didn’t Jonah want to go? What did he do? Why was that a silly thing to do?
Takeaway
We cannot hide from God.
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Why did God send the big storm on the boat? How did God save the sailors? How did he save Jonah? How did they both respond to God when he saved them?
Takeaway
God’s salvation should cause us to praise him.
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Why did God send Jonah to Nineveh? What happened when Jonah told the Ninevites that they were going to be conquered because of their sins? Why did God save them?
Takeaway
God is merciful and saves those who repent.
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What did the Pharisees ask Jesus to give them? What sign did Jesus say he would give them? How does Jesus’s death and resurrection remind you of Jonah and the big fish?
Takeaway
Jesus forgives and saves even his enemies by his death and resurrection.
