Today's Reading | June 6, 2025
Joel 2:18–32
Introduction Joel 2:18–32: The prophet conveys the LORD’s promise to restore the land and bless the people. God promises to send his Spirit upon all the people. Today’s Key Verse: Joel 2:32a All who ask the LORD for help will be saved. Read 18 Then the Lord showed concern for his land; he had mercy on his people. 19 He answered them: “Now I…
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