Zephaniah
Descending from Judah's royal line, Zephaniah prophesied in the days of King Josiah, urging the nation to humble itself before the coming day of the Lord that would bring judgment upon all the earth. His oracle reveals both the severity of divine wrath against idolatry and sin and the tender promise of salvation for those who seek righteousness and meekness. Within the redemptive narrative, his message highlights how God's judgment serves to purify a remnant that will one day dwell securely in the joy of restored fellowship with their God.
Books written: Zephaniah
Key Passages
The Lord Rejoices Over You
Zephaniah 3:17
17he LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.
Seek the Lord
Zephaniah 2:3
3eek ye the LORD, all ye meek of the earth, which have wrought his judgment; seek righteousness, seek meekness: it may be ye shall be hid in the day of the LORDโs anger.