Today's Reading | June 4, 2025
Joel 1:1–20
Introduction Joel 1:1–20: In this opening chapter, the prophet Joel describes a terrible invasion of locusts accompanied by a devastating drought. In these events, he sees a sign of the coming day of the LORD, a time when the LORD will punish those who oppose his righteous will. Today’s Key Verse: Joel 1:14 Give orders for a fast; call an…
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