“Yet even now,” declares the LORD, “Return to Me with all your heart, And with fasting, weeping and mourning; And rend your heart and not your garments.” Now return to the LORD your God, For He is gracious and compassionate, Slow to anger, abounding in lovingkindness And relenting of evil. Who knows whether He will not turn and relent And leave a blessing behind Him, Even a grain offering and a drink offering For the LORD your God? Blow a trumpet in Zion, Consecrate a fast, proclaim a solemn assembly, Gather the people, sanctify the congregation, Assemble the elders, Gather the children and the nursing infants. Let the bridegroom come out of his room And the bride out of her bridal chamber. Let the priests, the LORD’S ministers, Weep between the porch and the altar, And let them say, “Spare Your people, O LORD, And do not make Your inheritance a reproach, A byword among the nations. Why should they among the peoples say, ‘Where is their God?’ ” Then the LORD will be zealous for His land And will have pity on His people.
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Do you ever wish you had a spiritual button? A quick way to return to where you feel safe? These guided audio meditations are a reflection on returning home to God. Coming back to your safe place in the arms of your Creator. Answering His knocking. Opening the door. Feeling welcomed. And coming into His divine presence to find the hope, faith, and courage to endure the hard times.
Joel’s prophetic work aimed to bring warning of God’s coming judgment over Israel. The book points towards a coming “day of the Lord” when God will judge all the earth. God invites his people to repent and return to Him, reminding them He is “gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love” (Joel 2:13).
Ready to recharge your soul? This 3-day plan explores the spiritual practice of fasting — a practical, joyful way to draw near to God and find fresh clarity. With an upbeat, encouraging approach, you’ll discover how skipping a meal (or more!) can fill you with hope and purpose. Perfect for anyone eager to deepen their faith, this plan offers simple steps to make fasting a delight, not a drag. Let’s jump in and grow stronger together!
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