Change often begins with just one person. In Jonah’s story, we see how powerful the obedience of a single heart is when aligned with God’s will. At first, Jonah didn’t want to go. He was afraid, reluctant, and angry at the idea of sharing God’s message with the people of Nineveh. But God wasn’t giving up on him. He called Jonah a second time, and this time Jonah obeyed.
What happened next is nothing short of miraculous! The people of Nineveh—every one of them, from the king down to the smallest child—responded to God’s message with hearts full of repentance. Their lives were changed as they turned from their evil and repented. And here’s the beautiful part: God saw their repentance and had compassion and extended His mercy.
God can use even the most unlikely people to bring about incredible change. It started with one person, willing to step out and be obedient. And through that one act of obedience, a whole city was transformed. You might feel like you’re just one person, or that your actions might not matter, but God is a God of multiplication. God works powerfully through our willingness to be His vessels, no matter how small we feel. He can take our small, obedient steps and turn them into something beautiful that affects far more than we could imagine.
God is calling us to be changed and bring about change—whether in our family, our workplace, or our community. It may start small, but don’t underestimate what God can do with a willing heart. Obedience can lead to extraordinary outcomes. Sometimes, the hardest part is simply saying “yes” to God’s call. He is always ready to use one willing person to be a catalyst for change. Are you willing to say ‘yes’?
Lord, thank You for Your patience with me. I want to be part of the change You’re bringing, even when it feels hard or uncertain. Help me to be brave enough to say “yes” to You, knowing that You can do incredible things through one willing heart. May it be mine. Amen.
Jessica Klootwyk
Discipleship Director