Joel 2:31
Joel 2:31
The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the great and terrible day of the Lord.
This verse speaks of a great and terrible day, marked by signs that will serve as warnings for humanity to turn to God. The imagery of the sun darkening and the moon turning to blood underscores the seriousness of God’s judgment. This prophecy invites us to reflect on the nature of God’s justice and mercy. He provides these signs as opportunities for repentance, allowing people to recognize the urgency of aligning with His will. The day of the Lord will be both awe-inspiring and fearsome, a time when God’s righteousness will be fully displayed. It is a call for us to examine our hearts and prepare ourselves spiritually. As believers, we are reminded to stand firm in our faith, knowing that God’s justice is sure. This verse challenges us to live each day with reverence, aware of the reality of God’s judgment and the need for His grace. In Christ, we find both a refuge and a reminder of God’s holy standards.
Ecclesiastes 1:9
There is nothing new under the sun.
Matthew 13:6
The sun scorched them, and they withered.
Ecclesiastes 1:5
The sun rises and the sun sets, and hurries back to where it rises.
Psalm 84:11
For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.