In Joppa, Jonah fled from his call to go to the Gentiles. He was overcome by a great fish. As a result, the Gentiles received the gift of God's forgiveness. (Jonah 1-4)
In Joppa, Peter son of Jonah (Matthew 16:17) accepted his call to go to the Gentiles. He overcame great prejudice. As a result, the Gentiles received the gift of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 10)
