Jonah
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
Based on the NKJV, David Guzik’s commentary on Jonah assumes the full trustworthiness and authority of Scripture, combining insights from scholars throughout the ages. Guzik provides clear exposition, designed to help Bible readers understand what the text says, and what it means. Calvary Chapel pastor Guzik forgoes formality and dives straight into the text—no lengthy introductions or extensive footnotes. Packed with helpful insights and context, the commentary examines the English text of the biblical book with limited reference to original languages, making it an ideal tool for lay people or anyone without language training.
Top Highlights
“Remember that the Lord stirred up the storm. We often think of Jesus calming the waters, and He can do that. But He can also stir up the storm.” (Jonah 1:4)
“We do not obligate God to forgive us when we repent. Instead, repentance appeals to God’s mercy, not His justice.” (Jonah 3:10)
“Jonah was angry because God granted repentance to the Ninevites, and the Assyrians were enemies of Judah and Israel. Jonah wanted God to bring judgment upon these people he hated.” (Jonah 4:2–3)
“God called Jonah to go to a pagan, Gentile city and call them to repentance.” (Jonah 1:1–2)
“‘No, Lord. All Your ways are right even if I don’t understand them” (Jonah 4:4)
- Title: Jonah
- Author: David Guzik
- Series: David Guzik’s Commentaries on the Bible
- Publisher: David Guzik
- Print Publication Date: 2000
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. O.T. Jonah › Commentaries
- Resource ID: LLS:GUZIKCOMM32JON
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-08-30T23:22:55Z