We
hear the words, “Return to the Lord, your God” (Joel 2:13). They are
followed by some wonderful words about the character of God - “He is
merciful and compassionate, patient and always ready to forgive and to
change His plans about disaster” (Joel 2:13). How do we know that God is
like this? We look at what He has done for us - “Be glad and rejoice.
The Lord has done great things!” (Joel 2:21). Looking at all that the
Lord has done for us, we trust His promise: “Whoever calls on the Name
of the Lord will be saved” (Joel 2:32). This salvation is more than
forgiveness for past sins. It’s more than the future glory of being in
God’s everlasting Kingdom - “Mount Zion” (Joel 2:32). It’s also the
power of the Spirit, here and now: “I will pour out My Spirit on
everyone” (Joel 2:28).
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