If we are very conversant with the Bible, we will have in one way or another found ourselves in the Book of Jonah. We know Jonah as a recalcitrant prophet who would rather see God destroy Israel's enemies than be forgiven. His hatred for the Ninevites was so perfect that he was willing to die rather than see them saved.
At the end of the day, Jonah, albeit grudgingly, learned about the endless love of God, even for chronic sinners. We all have a big lesson here because Jonah sort of mirrors our lives. We live in a world where evil is being celebrated. People are no longer bothered about the straight path. They are wallowing in the mire of darkness and are happy doing it. As the saved ones, God has given us the responsibility to go bring them home.
Most times, that assignment does not seem justified. We could hardly see why God would still be interested in hardened criminals with terrible records. We would rather they were condemned. Even the brother of the Prodigal Son was not happy about his own brother's salvation. We condemn, judge, and do everything except show mercy. Today, God is saying that all souls are important. It may be tough, but obedience to God's will is more important. Show mercy.
Read the book of Jonah for a better perspective. Luke 15 will also help.
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