Egypt and Edom were two of Israels most persistent enemies. They represent all the nations hostile to Gods people. Gods promise that they would be destroyed is also a promise that all evil in the world will one day be destroyed. The word Judah is used here to refer to all Gods people - anyone who had called on the name of The Lord. There is full assurance of victory and peace for those who trust in God( Joel 2:32). Joel began with a prophecy about the destruction of the land and ended with a prophecy about its restoration. He began by stressing the need for repentance and ended with the promise of forgiveness that repentance brings.Joel was trying to convince the people to wake up (1:5), get rid of their complacency, and realize the danger of living apart from God. His message to us is that there is still time; anyone who calls on Gods name can be saved (2:13-14,32). Those who turn to God will enjoy the blessings mentioned in Joels prophecy; those who refuse will face destruction.
Posted on: Mon, 05 May 2014 12:08:34 +0000
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