Locusts, Signs, and Betrayal's Shadow
What to notice today
Joel prophesies devastating judgment through locusts and cosmic signs, calling Israel to repentance with the promise that all who call on the Lord's name will be saved. In Mark 13-14, Jesus warns his disciples of coming persecution and false messiahs, then faces his own betrayal by Judas at Gethsemane, modeling faithful obedience in the face of suffering. Both passages emphasize God's sovereignty over judgment and salvation, and the necessity of remaining steadfast when darkness approaches.
Today's Quiz
What plague does Joel describe as the primary judgment against Judah?
What sign does Jesus say will precede the gathering of the elect in Mark 13?
In Mark 14, what does Jesus say about one of his disciples during the Last Supper?
Jesus told his disciples to watch and be ready, not knowing the day or hour of his return. How does understanding that God judges but also offers salvation through repentance (as in Joel) change the way you approach spiritual readiness in your own life?
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