Key Verse:

“Then the word of the LORD came to Jonah the second time, saying, ‘Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it the message that I tell you.’”

— Jonah 3:1–2

Rooted Truth:

God’s grace restores us when we’ve run away and gives us another chance to obey.

Faith Story:

Jonah ran from God’s call, only to find himself swallowed by a great fish. After his deliverance, God didn’t discard him—He recommissioned him. The word of the Lord came “a second time.”

Peter, too, denied Jesus three times. Yet the risen Christ restored him with three words of grace: “Feed my sheep.” (John 21:17). Peter went on to lead the early church with boldness.

Failure isn’t the end with God. His restoring mercy offers us another chance to rise, obey, and walk in His purposes.

Scripture For Deeper Roots

Micah 7:18 – “Who is a God like you, pardoning iniquity and passing over transgression…”

Lamentations 3:22–23 – “The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases… his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning…”

Proverbs 24:16 – “For the righteous falls seven times and rises again…”

Daily Practice:

Think of an area where you’ve failed God or turned away. Confess it honestly, receive His forgiveness, and thank Him for the “second chance” He offers in Christ.

Daily Prayer:

Lord, thank You that You are the God of second chances. When I stumble or run, Your mercy pursues me. Restore me, and help me rise again to walk in obedience and faithfulness. Amen.

Deep Reflection:

• Where have you experienced God’s mercy giving you a “second chance”?

• How can you extend that same grace to others who have failed you?

• What would it look like to step boldly into God’s renewed calling today?

#DeeplyRooted #DailyRenewed

Devotions for a Grounded and Growing Faith