Joel 1:14 Sanctify a fast,
call a solemn assembly.
Gather the elders
and all the inhabitants of the land
to the house of the Lord your God,
and cry out to the Lord.
The writer of Ecclesiastes (not originally The Byrds) tells us that there is a time for everything. There are times that are appropriate for celebration and joy, and there are times that are more appropriate for weeping and mourning. There are many different types of prayer, appropriate to different times and situations. We don't always pray because we need something; sometimes we pray in thanksgiving for all the wonderful gifts of God.
Is there time in your prayer life for prayers of repentance? Is there time in your prayer life to confess your failings before God and cry out for mercy? That's what Joel calls the nation to in this passage, and truly, in his entire prophecy. Joel says - now is the time to repent. Now is the time to recognize our sin and cry out to the Lord for mercy. We know that God is merciful and forgiving and gracious - frankly, whether we ask for it or not. But we need to recognize our need, we need to recognize our failings, we need to recognize our dependence on God's mercy. So sometime - it may not be today - but I'd recommend crying out to the Lord for mercy. God won't be changed, but you just might be.
In Christ,
Pastor Seth
Worship with us this Sunday 8:30 and 11, with Education Hour at 9:45. Remember to invite the community to our Community Thanksgiving Meal on November 24 11-2.
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