Jonah and the Great Fish — High School (10th-12th Grade)

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-4:11 Theme: You cannot run from God’s call Age Group: High School (10th-12th Grade) Lesson Overview The story of Jonah and the Great Fish (Jonah 1:1-4:11) presents a sophisticated theological portrait of God’s dealings with humanity. The central theme — you cannot run from god’s call — has implications for understanding God’s sovereignty, human responsibility, and the unfolding plan of redemption. When understood in its canonical context, this passage points forward to Christ and has direct implications for how we live as disciples in a fallen world. Connection to the Gospel Jonah was in the fish 3 days and nights. Jesus was in the tomb 3 days and nights (Matthew 12:40).

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