The prophet Haggai delivered a timeless message to Israel and all believers; "get your priorities straight before God holds you accountable."

In Joel chapter 2, God promises blessing to those who repent, and full restoration from the waste and destruction of sin.

The prophet Zephaniah warned of the coming "Day Of The Lord," when God brings an end to injustice through punishment or salvation.

One hundred years after Jonah brought the message of repentance to Ninevah, the prophet Nahum brings a final message of judgement from God.

In Micah chapter 6, Israel has complained against God. God calls the nation to trial, with all of creation as a witness.

The final chapter of Jonah poses the question; "Can God change his mind, to change the future?"

The story of Jonah is the story of God's mercy to wicked sinners; Jonah, the Ninevites, and everyone who calls upon the name of Jesus for forgiveness and mercy.

The prayer of Jonah recorded in chapter two is the prayer of a disobedient believer bound for punishment, but still relying on the goodness of God.

The story of the prophet Jonah is ultimately the story of God's love for lost and broken people.

Amos shared the word of God with Israel and experienced great opposition from priests and kings. Believers today experience the same opposition.