The men of Nineveh will stand up at the judgment with this generation and condemn it, because they repented at Jonah’s preaching, and look—something greater than Jonah is here.
Luke 11:32
This comparison is particularly demeaning to proud Jews who would not accept Christ. Nineveh was in Assyria. And, among the nations of antiquity, the Assyrians were justly considered some of the most cruel, evil people who ever lived.
Thus, the sin of unbelief is here established as the most serious of offenses. And, the more light one rejects, the greater the offense.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your mercy and grace! We forget how precious Your forgiveness is. You are so holy and just, it was no small matter to propitiate for us. Thank You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.