TODAY’S DAILY DEVOTIONAL MESSAGE
Resisting the Call
Jonah 1:2 (NIV)
“Go to the great city of Nineveh and preach against it because its wickedness has come up before me.”
Jonah 1:2 introduces the divine call to Jonah, who initially resists the mission. It’s an exploration of the transformative power of wrestling with God’s call, the struggle in resisting divine purpose, and the eventual surrender to God’s will.
Go to the Great City of Nineveh and Preach Against It: A divine directive met with resistance. Jonah 1:2 portrays God’s call to confront the wickedness of Nineveh, a mission Jonah initially rejects. May this verse prompt reflection on moments when we resist God’s call in our lives.
Because Its Wickedness Has Come Up Before Me: The urgency of divine intervention. Jonah 1:2 underscores God’s awareness of Nineveh’s wickedness, necessitating a response. May this realization challenge our hearts when God calls us to address the brokenness in the world.
Imagine a narrative where an individual grapples with a clear call from God, yet resists out of fear or reluctance. This story unfolds as they navigate the internal struggle, leading to a transformative surrender to God’s purpose.
Resisting God’s call is a universal struggle. As we meditate on Jonah 1:2, may our hearts be open to the wrestling that occurs when divine purpose intersects with our human apprehensions, ultimately leading to surrender.
Prayer:
Lord, help me face moments when I resist your call. Give me the strength to overcome fear and reluctance, trusting that your purpose is transformative. May I surrender to your will with open and obedient hearts. Amen.