Jonah’s Prayer Inside the Fish
Inside the belly of the great fish, Jonah turned to God in prayer, realizing the depth of his mistake. He had tried to run from God’s command, but now, trapped in darkness and surrounded by the deep waters of the sea, he understood that there was no escaping God’s presence. Filled with fear, regret, and humility, Jonah cried out for mercy, acknowledging that only God could save him from his dire situation.
Jonah prayed, saying:
“In my distress, I called out to the Lord, and He answered me. From the depths of the grave, I cried for help, and You heard my voice.” (Jonah 2:2)
Despite Jonah’s disobedience, God, in His great mercy, listened to his prayer. Seeing Jonah’s sincere repentance, God chose to give him another chance to fulfill the mission he had been given.