The prophet Isaiah speaks judgment upon a corrupt government official named Shebna and prophecies that a new steward will be appointed, one with integrity who will possess the key of the house of David. As one who can grant access into the presence of the king, he becomes an Advent picture of Jesus who can open the door to the kingdom of God.

In a world of violence and discord, Isaiah foretells a day when a king from the line of David will come, establish justice and righteousness, and bring about a world of peace and harmony where wolves and lambs can lie down together.

When Jonah becomes angry that God showed mercy to Nineveh, God uses an object lesson involving a plant to show Jonah just wide is mercy really is.

Jonah goes to Nineveh and announces that God will overturn the city. He, of course, means that as a warning of impending judgment but when Nineveh repents, God shows mercy to the city.

After being thrown overboard, Jonah sinks down to the bottom of the sea. But God sends a great fish to rescue him. In response, Jonah prays in thanksgiving to God. But has he really changed?