Dear CU Gloria Law Cornerstone Partners and friends of the ministry,
“And should I not pity Nineveh, that great city...” - Jonah 4:11.
You know Jonah, right? It’s the little, little book between Obadiah and Micah, that chronicles a chapter in the life of a very reluctant prophet by the same name. When you think about the story, it doesn’t reflect well upon its supposed author. But those short four chapters hold great insight into so many great themes: the character of God, justice and mercy, missions, calling, and so on.
But there is this one phrase that caught my attention: that great city. When referring to Nineveh – upon whom God’s judgment was to be exacted just a little bit over a month’s time – we find it modified three times by “great city.” Upon further study, you will find that Nineveh was, in fact, an important city in the Assyrian kingdom. It was the capital city. But when you read the text, it wasn’t necessarily a descriptive modifier, but rather, there is a sense of ownership to the modified phrase, in such that it could be read, and perhaps, should be read as “Nineveh, a great city to God.” I’d encourage you to go and read Jonah, again, with that in mind. See if this changes the reading of Jonah for you. It did for me.
Jonah expected God to execute His righteous judgment upon a city of great sin. God held off His righteous judgment (for another 100+ years, actually) because He had plans, and it involved Nineveh to some degree. Jesus included the men of Nineveh as part of those who would “stand up and condemn” this generation of scribes and Pharisees for their evil and wickedness.
It got me thinking about my view of the work at Harvard Law this coming year versus God’s long view of His work on the campus and community. I’ve always believed in the principle: things that start with a bang, usually end with a bang. We’re not looking toward short term gains and/or wins, but rather, leaning into the long view of what God wants to build here at CU Gloria Law and in Cambridge. I believe with all of my heart that it starts with leadership. This past year, we’ve seen our student leadership team grow to five people and next year, we’re growing to seven people who have committed to the work of making disciples through the power of the Word of God, in Christ! Long view. We need and covet your prayers.
We are currently working toward CU Gloria Law being completely self-funded. This means your support will help fund Bible Courses, evangelism outreach events, one on one discipleship and mentoring, and so much more. Everything we do on campus is possible because of the generosity of our Cornerstone Partners – would you consider supporting us toward our financial goal?
Thank you for your continued faithfulness to join God in His mission and desires for Harvard Law School, the city of Cambridge, and our nation.
In sincerity and appreciation,
Justin Yim
Justin.Yim@ChristianUnion.org
Ministry Director, Christian Union Gloria Law
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