The book of Jonah tells the story of a prophet sent to call the city of Nineveh to repentance. Jonah’s initial disobedience, his time in the belly of the great fish, and his eventual obedience highlight themes of God’s mercy, human reluctance, and the universal scope of divine compassion. It shows that God’s love extends even to those we might deem undeserving, and that true faith responds to God’s call with humility and obedience.