Day 348 Bible Reading: Jonah 1-4, Revelation 5, Psalm 133 and Proverbs 29:24-25 
God is a God of second chances. He doesn't have to be, and we dare not presume it, but he often does give people another opportunity to make the right choice. After we read all about Jonah's running away, the ship in danger, the frantic sailors, and the excellent fish experience, Jonah is returned to 'square one' to hear the instructions again. This time he gets it right, and thousands of people are saved from destruction, and the King of Nineveh declared (v8), "Let everyone call urgently on God." In verse 4:11, God said, "Should I Not Be Concerned About That Great City?" Today, God has the same concern about your great city.
"Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, 'Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it the message that I tell you.'" – Jonah 3:1-2 (English Standard Version)
"Heavenly Father, I recognize myself in the story of Jonah. I've resisted you at times and wanted to go my own way - the opposite direction! Forgive me, Lord. Thank you for the many 'second chances' you've given me because you are a God 'gracious and compassionate; slow to anger and abounding in love.' Help us to share your kingdom message to all people in our great city. All praise, honor, and glory go to you. In Jesus' name, Amen."
