Category: The Prophets

Roar of the Lion Amos 1:2 / 5:4 – The Lord roars from Zion and utters his voice from Jerusalem; For thus says the Lord to the house of Israel: “Seek me and live.” Amos was sent to prophesy to Israel and Judah during a time of great wealth and prosperity. King Uzziah and King… Continue reading Amos – Part 1 of 2

The Lord Redeems Joel 3:16,17 – But the Lord is a refuge to his people, a stronghold to the people of Israel. “So you shall know that I am the Lord your God, who dwells in Zion, my holy mountain. And Jerusalem shall be holy, and strangers shall never again pass through it." The theme… Continue reading Joel – Part 3 of 3

The Land Restored Joel 2:21,22 – “Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice, for the Lord has done great things! Fear not, you beasts of the field, for the pastures of the wilderness are green; the tree bears its fruit; the fig tree and vine give their full yield. God’s punishment for sin was… Continue reading Joel – Part 2 of 3

The Locusts Ravage Joel 1:2,3 – Hear this, you elders; give ear, all inhabitants of the land! Has such a thing happened in your days, or in the days of your fathers? Tell your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children to another generation. In the first chapter of… Continue reading Joel – Part 1 of 3