Prophecy · 3 chapters
Zephaniah
The day of the Lord strips away complacency and pride. Judgment leads toward a humbled people who find refuge and joy in God’s restoring presence.
Historical & literary context
Zephaniah ministered in Judah during Josiah’s seventh-century BC reign.
Introduction and study notes are commentary, not Scripture.
The shape of the book
- 1 · Judgment on Judah
- 2 · Seek the Lord; judgment on nations
- 3 · Purification and restoration
A passage to begin with
Zephaniah 3:17
17The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.”
Berean Standard Bible · Public domain
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How does God’s restoring joy differ from complacency about sin?