Teaching

[Jnxuoton]

List the different groups of people in society who are mentioned by name in Joel’s prophecy. Which group (or groups) do you belong to? How is God willing to use your group, according to the words of the prophet Joel?

In Joel 2:16-17, the prophet Joel mentions several groups of people:

1. **The old and the young** - "Gather the children and those who nurse at the breasts, let the bridegroom go out from his room and the bride from her chamber."
2. **The priests** - "Let the priests, the ministers of the Lord, weep between the porch and the altar, and let them say, 'Spare your people, O Lord, and do not make your heritage an object of scorn, a byword among the nations.'"
3. **The people** - "Why should the nations say, 'Where is their God?'"

According to Joel, God is willing to use these groups in the following ways:

- **The old and the young** are called to gather and seek God's mercy, indicating a communal response to repentance and seeking God's favor.
- **The priests** are to intercede on behalf of the people, crying out to God to spare His people and not make them a byword among the nations.
- **The people** are to turn back to God, as their actions have led to questioning among the nations about the presence of God among them.

Reflect on which group(s) you belong to and consider how you might respond to God's call to action as described in Joel's prophecy.

 

[Articles]

In Joel's prophecy, we see a call to all segments of society to turn to God in repentance and supplication. The groups mentioned include the old and the young, the priests, and the people as a whole. Let us reflect on these groups and how God is willing to use them, according to the words of the prophet Joel.

1. The old and the young are called to gather and seek God's mercy. This indicates a communal response to repentance and seeking God's favor. It is a reminder that everyone, regardless of age, has a role to play in the spiritual life of the community. As it is written in Joel 2:16, "Gather the children, and those who nurse at the breasts. Let the bridegroom go out from his room, and the bride from her chamber." This call to gathering emphasizes the importance of unity and collective worship.

2. The priests are to intercede on behalf of the people, crying out to God to spare His people and not make them a byword among the nations. Joel 2:17 says, "Let the priests, the ministers of the LORD, weep between the porch and the altar, and let them say, 'Spare your people, O LORD, and do not make your heritage an object of scorn, a byword among the nations. Why should they say among the peoples, "Where is their God?"'" This highlights the crucial role of spiritual leaders in interceding for the community and seeking God's mercy.

3. The people as a whole are to turn back to God, as their actions have led to questioning among the nations about the presence of God among them. This is a call to communal repentance and a return to God's ways.

Reflecting on which group(s) we belong to, we must consider how we might respond to God's call to action as described in Joel's prophecy. Whether we are young or old, priests or laypeople, we all have a role to play in seeking God's mercy and interceding for our communities.

Let us pray:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging our need for Your mercy and grace. We, ###, confess our sins and the sins of our community, and we ask for Your forgiveness. Lord, help us to gather as a people, young and old, to seek Your face and turn from our wicked ways. Strengthen our priests and spiritual leaders to intercede on our behalf, crying out for Your mercy. Help us, as a people, to turn back to You, that the nations may see Your presence among us.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Let us encourage one another to respond to God's call, remembering that it is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God. As it is written in Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved." Let us, ###, share this message of salvation with others, that they too may turn to God and be saved.

 

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I've been reflecting on Joel's prophecy and it's clear that God calls every group within society to turn to Him. The old and young, the priests, and the people as a whole all have a part to play. It's amazing to see how God wants to use us, no matter who we are.

For me, I'm part of the people, the everyday folks. Joel 2:13 says, "Tear your hearts, not your clothes, and return to the Lord your God." This is a call for genuine repentance, not just outward displays. It's a reminder that God wants our hearts, not just our actions.

I'm also inspired by the priests' role. They're called to intercede, to cry out to God on behalf of the people. It's a powerful reminder of the importance of prayer, of standing in the gap for others.

So, let's respond to God's call. Let's tear our hearts, not our clothes. Let's return to the Lord with all our hearts. And let's pray, let's intercede for one another, for our communities, and for our nation.

Let's pray together: "Dear Lord, we come before you today, acknowledging our need for your mercy and grace. We confess our sins and ask for your forgiveness. Help us, Lord, to truly repent, to tear our hearts, and to return to you. Strengthen us to pray, to intercede for others, and to stand in the gap. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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[usha rani]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

sermons

Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”