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Joel 3:16 · KJV

"The LORD also shall roar out of Zion, and utter his voice from Jerusalem; and the heavens and the earth shall shake: but the LORD will be the hope of his people, and the strength of the children of Israel."

King James Version

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Passage Context

14Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision: for the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision.
15The sun and the moon shall be darkened, and the stars shall withdraw their shining.
16The LORD also shall roar out of Zion, and utter his voice from Jerusalem; and the heavens and the earth shall shake: but the LORD will be the hope of his people, and the strength of the children of Israel.
17So shall ye know that I am the LORD your God dwelling in Zion, my holy mountain: then shall Jerusalem be holy, and there shall no strangers pass through her any more.
18And it shall come to pass in that day, that the mountains shall drop down new wine, and the hills shall flow with milk, and all the rivers of Judah shall flow with waters, and a fountain shall come forth of the house of the LORD, and shall water the valley of Shittim.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you experience God's presence in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to find hope in difficult times?

3

When have you felt God's strength supporting you?

Life Application

hope

Reflect on how you can cultivate hope in your life, especially during challenging times.

faith

Consider ways to strengthen your relationship with God through prayer and worship.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The Lord being the hope and strength of His people connects to Jesus as the source of hope and strength for believers.

See also: Romans 15:13

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