2 Timothy 3:16-17 says, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” We believe Scripture is authoritative in the life of the believer not because it is endorsed by a human being but because God authenticates Himself through Scripture. God reveals Himself through the Scripture that speaks of Him. Therefore, Scripture is essential for knowledge of God and knowing the living person of God. Scripture also helps us to discern Truth (of God) and through Scripture, the Spirit (God himself) changes and forms the lives of believers. For these reasons, God’s people come to delight in Scripture and meditate on it day and night. It is foundational for the Christian to study the Bible to know and love the Lord.

Joel

Meeting Time: Last 3 Sunday’s of the month 11am-12pm, September 21 – November 30, 2025

Location:  Balcony / Room B7

Class Description

Prophetic books are often difficult to understand. The language seems strange and foreign to our use of language. The poetry and imagery challenges the way we express ideas and takes much work to unpack. We may also have difficulty knowing the historical background and the immediate context the prophets are speaking to. Yet these are important books to read and know as it gives a new angle of perspective on God and faith, and is referenced in the New Testament. This class will tackle these elements in the hope that we can have a richer reading of prophetic books to edify our lives.

Learning Outcomes

1. To Learn how to read Joel on its own terms and within the scope of the Minor Prophets and the Bible
   2. Developing hermeneutical skills to read prophetic books more effectively
   3. To develop a competent reading of Joel for personal edification
   4. To develop a competent reading of Joel to share it with others

Study Requirements

The Bible (Recommended: Study Bible)

Class Schedule & Content

September 21 Joel 1:1-20 Judgment on Israel & Summons to Lament (Ben)

September 28 Joel 2:1-11 Invasion & The Day of the Lord (Justin)

October 12 Thanksgiving (no class)

October 19 Joel 2:12-17 Repentance & Response (Ken)

October 26 Joel 2:18-27 Forgiveness & Reversal (Justin)

November 9 English Retreat (no class)

November 16 Joel 2:28-32 The Spirit & The Day of the Lord (Ken)

November 23 Joen 3:1-12 Summons & Judgment of the Nations (Ben)

November 30 Joen 3:13-21 The Day of the Lord & The Final State (Ken)