Joel 3:9–21 presents the day of the LORD, judgment in the Valley of Decision, and Judah’s secure dwelling with God, while rejecting date-setting.

Joel 2:28–32 promises the Spirit for all flesh. Explore locust judgment, Acts 2, partial fulfillment, the future day of the LORD, and why dates cannot be set.

Joel 3 announces God's judgment on all nations for their cruelty to His people, especially for scattering Israel and selling them into slavery. It then promises that God will restore Judah, dwell in Zion, and bless His people forever.

Joel 2 describes the day of Yahweh as a terrifying army that no one can endure, yet even then God calls his people to turn to him with fasting and weeping. He promises to restore what the locusts have eaten and to pour out his Spirit on all flesh, so that whoever calls on his name will be saved.

Joel 1 is a prophetic call to attention after a catastrophic locust plague strips the land bare. It summons elders, drunkards, farmers, and priests to mourn, fast, and cry out because the day of Yahweh is at hand.

A faithful, original Bible study of Joel that traces the book’s message to Jesus Christ.

A Scripture-first Sermon Academy guide to Joel Bible study guide with biblical context, study questions, teaching help, and related resources.