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While the marvelous repentance of the Ninevites unfolded before the eyes of the prophet Jonah, how did Jonah respond? With complaining and grumbling! The rebellious prophet still held a tinge, probably more, of racism leaving him crestfallen over the Ninevites’ positive response to God’s message. While it’s natural to live resentful and selfish because we’re sinful, fallen beings, Chuck Swindoll t...

While the marvelous repentance of the Ninevites unfolded before the eyes of the prophet Jonah, how did Jonah respond? With complaining and grumbling! The rebellious prophet still held a tinge, probably more, of racism leaving him crestfallen over the Ninevites’ positive response to God’s message. While it’s natural to live resentful and selfish because we’re sinful, fallen beings, Chuck Swindoll t...

Jonah obeyed when God came to him a second time. Jonah journeyed east to Nineveh and delivered what just might be the shortest sermon ever preached. As God’s message of truth spread through Nineveh, God ensured that a seed of just a few words sprouted a full harvest of spiritual fruit. Every Ninevite, perhaps as many as 600,000, turned away from their brutal and wicked ways toward the living God....

Jonah obeyed when God came to him a second time. Jonah journeyed east to Nineveh and delivered what just might be the shortest sermon ever preached. As God’s message of truth spread through Nineveh, God ensured that a seed of just a few words sprouted a full harvest of spiritual fruit. Every Ninevite, perhaps as many as 600,000, turned away from their brutal and wicked ways toward the living God....

So rich, so reliable, so spiritually satisfying—the Bible can use just a few words to convey worlds of theology. In his study of Jonah 3:1–2, Chuck Swindoll teaches us about the riches of God’s grace and abundance of mercy from that quaint phrase, “the Lord came to Jonah a second time.”Hear about the God of second chances. Do you need a second chance? To support this ministry financially, visit: h...

So rich, so reliable, so spiritually satisfying—the Bible can use just a few words to convey worlds of theology. In his study of Jonah 3:1–2, Chuck Swindoll teaches us about the riches of God’s grace and abundance of mercy from that quaint phrase, “the Lord came to Jonah a second time.”Hear about the God of second chances. Do you need a second chance? To support this ministry financially, visit: h...

So rich, so reliable, so spiritually satisfying—the Bible can use just a few words to convey worlds of theology. In his study of Jonah 3:1–2, Chuck Swindoll teaches us about the riches of God’s grace and abundance of mercy from that quaint phrase, “the Lord came to Jonah a second time.”Hear about the God of second chances. Do you need a second chance? To support this ministry financially, visit: h...

Before the fish swallowed Jonah, he thought he was a goner. But the prophet came to his senses. From that dark, slimy chapel, Jonah uttered the prayer we read in chapter 2—the text of this sermon. What would you pray while overnighting in the belly of a fish? Chuck Swindoll uses the prayer of Jonah to teach us how to pray to the same God, the Lord of heaven and earth, who made the seas and all tha...

Before the fish swallowed Jonah, he thought he was a goner. But the prophet came to his senses. From that dark, slimy chapel, Jonah uttered the prayer we read in chapter 2—the text of this sermon. What would you pray while overnighting in the belly of a fish? Chuck Swindoll uses the prayer of Jonah to teach us how to pray to the same God, the Lord of heaven and earth, who made the seas and all tha...

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. Join Chuck Swindoll in this study of Jonah 1:9–17 as he teach...

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. Join Chuck Swindoll in this study of Jonah 1:9–17 as he teach...

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. Join Chuck Swindoll in this study of Jonah 1:9–17 as he teach...

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? From Jonah 1:1–12, Chuck Swindoll teaches us about the God who pursues. Learn how the grace of God shines through even in the rebell...

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? From Jonah 1:1–12, Chuck Swindoll teaches us about the God who pursues. Learn how the grace of God shines through even in the rebell...

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. No matter the season in which you find yourself, whether you feel distant from God or close, listen in to...

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. No matter the season in which you find yourself, whether you feel distant from God or close, listen in to...

If you’ve ever spoken with someone facing impending death, you know he or she speaks with urgency, clarity, passion, and love. In apostle Paul’s final written words in 2 Timothy, you’ll find each of those qualities. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in an emotional retelling of Paul’s final weeks, final words, and ultimate death. Learn from Paul’s passionate exhortation to Timothy on how to live wisely....

If you’ve ever spoken with someone facing impending death, you know he or she speaks with urgency, clarity, passion, and love. In apostle Paul’s final written words in 2 Timothy, you’ll find each of those qualities. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in an emotional retelling of Paul’s final weeks, final words, and ultimate death. Learn from Paul’s passionate exhortation to Timothy on how to live wisely....

If you’ve ever spoken with someone facing impending death, you know he or she speaks with urgency, clarity, passion, and love. In apostle Paul’s final written words in 2 Timothy, you’ll find each of those qualities. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in an emotional retelling of Paul’s final weeks, final words, and ultimate death. Learn from Paul’s passionate exhortation to Timothy on how to live wisely....

Even though Paul was chained to a Roman guard under house arrest for two years, he refused to let his circumstances define his attitude or contentment (Acts 28:30–31). He chose to believe his suffering would advance the gospel. Paul’s words in Philippians provide a blueprint for how to live today. Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the key to contentment and how to live above your circumstances....

Even though Paul was chained to a Roman guard under house arrest for two years, he refused to let his circumstances define his attitude or contentment (Acts 28:30–31). He chose to believe his suffering would advance the gospel. Paul’s words in Philippians provide a blueprint for how to live today. Discover with Pastor Chuck Swindoll the key to contentment and how to live above your circumstances....

To whom do you turn as you navigate life’s stormy trials? Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way? The storm and shipwreck in Acts 27 impart wisdom beyond a simple history or nautical lesson. Listen in to Pastor Chuck Swindoll share four anchors that will hold fast as you encounter the inevitable storms of life. Discover how to cling to the anchors of stability, unity, renewal, and reality...

To whom do you turn as you navigate life’s stormy trials? Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way? The storm and shipwreck in Acts 27 impart wisdom beyond a simple history or nautical lesson. Listen in to Pastor Chuck Swindoll share four anchors that will hold fast as you encounter the inevitable storms of life. Discover how to cling to the anchors of stability, unity, renewal, and reality...

To whom do you turn as you navigate life’s stormy trials? Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way? The storm and shipwreck in Acts 27 impart wisdom beyond a simple history or nautical lesson. Listen in to Pastor Chuck Swindoll share four anchors that will hold fast as you encounter the inevitable storms of life. Discover how to cling to the anchors of stability, unity, renewal, and reality...

Earthly heroes are those who stand tall in moments when others shrink back. They use their voice to speak truth, and their actions follow suit. In those moments of standing tall, they seem invincible. Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents Paul’s final trial before Festus and King Agrippa in Acts 26. He stood tall by boldly proclaiming the truth of the gospel. Those who stand tall might not know the impac...