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What Jonah’s Story Teaches Us About Business, Life, and Purpose

In the story of Jonah, we find profound lessons for navigating business and life: you can't outrun your purpose. Whether it's a business decision you're avoiding or a fear of stepping into new leadership roles, running only creates turbulence. Embrace those "big fish" moments, not as setbacks but as opportunities to realign and grow. Remember, sometimes simply following through with what you're called to do can bring the most impactful results.

George B. Thomas

June 27, 2025

What Jonah’s Story Teaches Us About Business, Life, and Purpose

Let’s talk about running. Not the kind that gets you in shape, but the kind that keeps you stuck. The kind where you’re sprinting away from something you know deep down you should be doing. Maybe it’s that business you’ve been called to build.

Maybe it’s that next-level decision you’ve been avoiding. Maybe it’s a shift in your life that scares you to death.

And here’s the thing, running never works.