How powerful is God? Consider the destructive power of the most ferocious tornado, or the awesome blast of an exploding mountain (remember the pictures from Mount St. Helen), or even the atomic explosion at Hiroshima. All are merely a drop in the bucket compared to the wrath of God to come at the great and dreadful Day of the Lord. Joel makes his point to the people of Judah, and we would do well to hear the lesson. The power of God is indescribable, and so will be his judgment of sin.
But Joel also reminds us of the mercy of God to all who call on him. In fact, "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved" (Joel 2:32). As you read Joel, realize the power and might of God and his ultimate judgment of sin. Realize also his mercy and grace to those who come to him for salvation. Choose to come to him and stay with him.
