#soap # Jonah 03 ## Title: The Secret to Getting God’s Attention ## Scripture: (Jonah 3:10) “When God saw their actions—that they turned from their evil way of living—God relented concerning the judgment he had threatened them with and did not destroy them.” (NET) ## Observation: It has been said that the secret to great cooking is no secret at all. The way to be great is to slow down, pay attention to detail, and do what the dish requires to be great. When it comes to many things, we look for secrets, tricks, or a way to “game” the system. The best way is usually the straightforward way. I heard someone once say that a shortcut seldom works. If it really was the best way to get somewhere, it wouldn’t be a shortcut. It would be the main directions to get there. From the passage today we learn the secret to getting God’s attention is actually no secret at all. God has always said the hope He has for us is to repent of our sin and turn to Him. When we do, He sees. The secret is no secret at all. Turn to God and watch what He will do. ## Application: Is there any area of your life where you need to turn to God? Any area you have turned to Him in the past? Think. Pray. Reflect. Celebrate. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for always welcoming us back home.