Comments on the book of joel

Feb 17, 2019 brilliant, brilliant, brilliant brilliant brilliant by joel golby is published by mudlark. The book of joel introduction to the book of joel in the bible. Mar 07, 2020 joel osteen is a wellknown televangelist, preacher and bestselling author from houston, texas. But each of these disasters was only a foreshadowing of gods future judgment of the nations. However, this little book is like an atom bombit is not very big, but it sure is potent and powerful. Joel reflects on the day of the lord and how true repentance will bring about the great restoration hoped for in the other prophetic books. Dating the writing of the book of joel remains one of the most difficult tasks for. When asked about homosexuality, he responded with a very nonoffensive answer in an attempt to please the view and those who watch the program. I opened my mouth, and he caused me to eat that scroll. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Apr 27, 2020 by joel friedlander on february 10, 2020 6 comments there may be more money to be earned from indie books translated into foreign languages and selling in foreign markets than in your original ones. After a superscription ascribing the prophecy to joel son of pethuel, the book may be broken down into the. Joel 2 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on.

Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Joel osteen appeared on the view on tuesday morning to promote his new book, the christmas spirit. Joel was just a messenger, a spiritual currier entrusted with a message from god. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant brilliant brilliant by. Book of joel, second of 12 old testament books that bear the names of the minor prophets. People that are going places, people that are at another level, people that have what youre dreaming about. May 07, 2016 the kjv bible is a public domain works that i have uploaded primarily for myself to be able to play and listen to in the background but also to pass along to other seeking the divine word of god. Joel was a prophet in the southern kingdom of judah during the period of the divided kingdom 930722 bc. One of the most popular and defining musicians of his generation, rock and roll hall of famer billy joel has sold more than 100 million albums and consistently sells out arenas and stadiums around the world. Promises are made of the return of mercy upon their repentance joel 2. He said to me, eat this scroll, and go, speak to the house of israel. I have already mentioned in my comments on hosea commentaries that the best commentary on the first five minor prophets is the commentary. Summary of the book of joel the story of the bible. The wrath of god on the unbelieving nations is described as gods trampling of the grapes in the winepress 3.

With so many avenues of income, its no wonder joel osteen house looks like a castleand joel osteen net worth. Joel 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Joel also made several comments on the priests and the temple, indicating a. Joel summary we hope that you find the joel summary from the kjv bible chapters and verses helpful to your bible studies and for references as a. Joel osteen may be called a pastor, a christian, and a. Study the bible online using commentary on joel and more.

Joel free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. When asked about homosexuality, he responded with a very nonoffensive answer in an attempt to please the view and those who watch the. In the two speeches that make up this book, joel uses an agricultural crisis to measure his audiences knowledge of its god, warn them of a worse disaster if they ignore his preaching, and express his conviction that all faithful judahites would someday enjoy a secure future. This commentary has been through advanced checking. And have given a boy for a harlot by this is meant, that they exchanged, or gave away, jewish boys, instead of money, for harlots. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Joel said, now, therefore, says the lord, turn to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.

A day of darkness and of gloominess, a day of clouds and of thick darkness, as the morning spread upon the mountains. In other words, god says, nothing like this has ever happened in your lifetime, or in your fathers lifetime. Joel 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The book of joel states that its author was the prophet joel joel 1. I also got quite a bit of knowledge of the spiritual journey of walter starckethe man who wrote the book. I also got quite a bit of knowledge of the spiritual journey of walter starcke the man who wrote the book. Joel also made several comments on the priests and the temple, indicating a familiarity with the center of worship in judah joel 1. Joel 1 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. The desolations made by hosts of noxious insects is described, joel 1. The book of joel describes the day of the lord through locust swarms, war scenes, and powerful imagery in order for readers to comprehend its magnitude. The book of joel is a big question mark for a ton of people recently.

The book of joel is part of the hebrew bible, one of twelve prophetic books known as the twelve minor prophets. Joel has made his millions from his bestselling books, one of which is called your best life now, which also brought him promotional deals, additional book deals and more. Numerous links to related notes in other prophetic books isaiah 1, micah. Besides this very short message we do not know anything about the person and circumstances of joels life.

Joel is a narrative and prophetic source of wisdom. Apr 21, 2018 the books author is joel engel, who has previously written for legal insurrection and has penned more than a dozen nonfiction books. Besides this very short message we do not know anything about the person and circumstances of joel s life. Promise of the holy spirit in the last days under messiah, and the deliverance of all believers in him. As the apostle john describes in the book of revelation. The kjv bible is a public domain works that i have uploaded primarily for myself to be able to play and listen to in the background but also to pass. The author281 the name joel means, the lord is god. Joel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Joel is bright and flowing, his imagery and language are fine driver, introduction to the literature of the old testament. The first verse of this short book names joel jehovah is god the son of pethuel as author. The people are hereupon called to repentance, joel 2. Joel 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. Conservative notes from dr morris who approaches the text seeking its literal meaning in the context.

Kanye west and joel osteen are a match made in marketdriven heaven, said jonathan l. Chapters 12 refer to a plague of locusts which ravaged judah at the time. It was during the interview that he spoke more about his relativism than the gospel. The book of joel accounts for justice over evil in a form thats unique to the other old testament prophets. Book of joel overview insight for living ministries.

Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading joel rifkin. The book of joel was likely written between 835 and 800 b. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant brilliant brilliant by joel. The book of joel is apocalyptic in nature, referring to the day of the lord. This makes joel a preexilic prophet, who served before the fall of the northern kingdom of israel 721 b. In the book, the author told of his association with joel goldsmith that covered many years. This is the day in which god reveals his attributes of wrath, power, and holiness, and it is a terrifying day to his enemies. The overriding theme of the book of joel is the day of the lord, a day of gods wrath and judgment. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of joel. You can find the best commentary on joel for you using the tools on the right side. In the first chapter, the day of the lord is experienced historically by the plague of locusts upon the land. Some scientists say the book has been written around 400 bc or even later. Joel then tells the people about a special day that is coming. Commentary on the book of joel by matthew henry old.

Like all scripture, the book of joel is the word of god. This theory of an early date of composition was, above all, strongly supported by the fact that no mention is made of. The jewish canon lumps all together as the twelve and divides joel into four chapters. Joel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. The books author is joel engel, who has previously written for legal insurrection and has penned more than a dozen nonfiction books. The book discusses joel himself, and the people of judah. And sold a girl for wine, that they might drink for a. Read joel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Interesting facts about joel biblical facts and comments. I found the book joel goldsmith and i to be informative and what i expected it to be. So i ate it, and it was in my mouth like honey in sweetness.

Judah, the setting for the book, is devastated by a vast horde of locusts. God compares the past to the future in the book of joel. Nov 19, 2019 kanye west and joel osteen are a match made in marketdriven heaven, said jonathan l. Mar 23, 2014 n it is possible that joel may have been a contemporary of elisha in israel. The book joel is showing us the true makeup of god,he can send his wrath when hes trying to get his peoples attention, he will warn man too,because he loves manhe would rather share his love thourgh the holy spirit to comfort not chasten,but if your his he will save you. They have cast lots for my people it was customary with conquerors, in those days, to divide the captives, taken in war, among themselves by lot, and so did these enemies of the jews. Also names ishi an baali appear, which sound like ishtar and baal. People that are going places, people that are at another level. There have been many guesses as to the time of when joel lived. He is mostly recognized for being one of the senior pastors at the largest protestant church in america, lakewood church.

Joel speaks of gods wrath and ultimate punishment of all the nations that oppressed gods people. There are many new names or changed names ive encountered in my kjv bible too. The term indicates the short length of the text in relation to longer prophetic texts known as the major prophets. May 02, 2020 the overriding theme of the book of joel is the day of the lord, a day of gods wrath and judgment. Joel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Top 5 commentaries on the book of joel ligonier ministries. This invasion of locusts destroys everythingthe fields of grain, the vineyards, the gardens and the trees. Joel may be reckoned among the classics of hebrew literature. Then god will give peace to his people again joel 3. A huge plague of locusts connected with a great drought gave the occasion for writing this book. Joel often drew upon natural imagerythe sun and the moon, the grass and the locustsand in general seemed to understand the reality that truth must have an impact on us in the real world. Get your copy of joels new book the power of favor today. The book relates nothing about joel except his name and that of his father. Disconnect from people that are hindering your growth and find some favor connections.