Discover the shocking historical truth behind why Jonah really ran from God's call to Nineveh. This isn't the simple Sunday school story you remember—it's far more complex and relevant to modern faith struggles.

In this episode of Noble Bereans, we dive deep into the archaeological evidence about ancient Assyria to uncover why Jonah's flight wasn't just disobedience—it was human terror in the face of God's radical mercy. You'll learn:

• The brutal historical reality of the Assyrian Empire that Sunday school never mentioned
• Why God's command to preach to Nineveh was actually terrifying, not just inconvenient
• How Jonah's struggle with mercy mirrors our own resistance to extending grace
• Practical steps to become a more effective ambassador when God calls you to show mercy to "undeserving" people
• Why understanding the historical context completely changes how we read this familiar story

Whether you're struggling to forgive someone who's hurt you, wrestling with God's call to difficult relationships, or simply wanting to understand Scripture more deeply, this episode will challenge your perspective on mercy, obedience, and what it means to represent Christ well.

Join Steve Sanders as he examines the book of Jonah through the lens of historical evidence and biblical scholarship, discovering how ancient truth transforms our modern witness as Christ's ambassadors.

Perfect for: Christians seeking deeper biblical understanding, anyone struggling with forgiveness, believers wanting to grow as effective ambassadors for Christ.