Welcome to the coast Where the sands of Joppa meet the salty depths of the Great Sea. I hope you decide to join me in the study of Jonah. Our five-week cruise through one of the most famous old testament books of the Bible will be a rewarding one. Along the way we will encounter stories of heartbreak and rebellion. But we will also uncover the treasure of God's amazing power to heal and restore us after some of our greatest challenges and failures. As our hearts are transformed with a newfound compassion and understanding of the characters in this familiar story, we may even discover a renewed understanding of our own, remarkable journey. You will be pleasantly surprised by the wealth of wisdom, healing and grace God has so neatly packed within this brief, four-chapter book. And if you're ready to leave the shore and get your feet wet, you won't be disappointed.