[WalterSkinner]

..the language is difficult and the historical context is equally tough in that the time frame is uncertain--anywhere from the 9th century B.C. to the 5th.

The locust plague "could" be symbolic of the coming Babylonian invasion, but it is probably safe to just take the normal usage of the text--the Kingdom of Judah was economically decimated.

With every warning of judgment, there is opportunity for repentance and restoration.

As with many of the prophets--they saw future events like a mountain range, which appeared to be all together but would actually span centuries.

Though God chastened Israel they had His promise of a future and a hope. That is why Peter's quotation from Joel at Pentecost would have great meaning to the thousands of Jews present that day. I just finished my lesson, and I haven't even scratched the surface...

[WileyPink]

With every warning of judgment, there is opportunity for repentance and restoration.

This is the comfort I get from God.

The locust plague "could" be symbolic of the coming Babylonian invasion This is why I have such a hard time with Joel, Daniel, Revelation, etc. I'm so uneducated regarding the historical context. These lessons are SOOOO important to me.

Thank you