Chapter 1 - The Minor Prophets; Book of Joel: Mark Lanier, 09/04/22

Biblical Literacy with Mark Lanier

Mark started a new series on The Minor Prophets beginning with the prophet Joel. Good indications suggest Joel is the earliest of the minor prophets. 1. Historical context: Joel was likely written in 8th B.C. after Israel was divided. 2. Biblical context: The Jews were entrusted the Word of God. The prophets are God’s speakers. 3. We learn that Joel means Jehovah is God. God has a message for us. Listen to Mark discuss the history of the world during Joel’s time, Israel’s importance to the Eg…