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It should be noted that the former and latter rains of verse 23, refer, in context, to _________ rain.
literal
What are the conditions mentioned for the coming of the Glory of the Day of the Lord?
The Outpouring of Joel's prophecy states: 'I will pour out my Spirit upon ______ flesh...'
all
Joel promises a ____________ outpouring of the Holy Spirit at the beginning of the Millennial Kingdom.
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During the Kingdom Age, all the people of the world will receive Joel's prophetic divine outpouring accompanied by visions, dreams, and prophecies. Christ will speak directly with all the inhabitants of the Earth during the ___________ Age.
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Note the _________ of Joel 2:30-31, which was Peter's quote noting that the outpouring of the Spirit was the sign that God was ready to offer the Kingdom to Israel.
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When did the kingdoms begin?
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When did Israel fall to Assyria?
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Judah fell to Babylon in three invasions from ____ BC to ____ BC.
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Who led the revolt that divided the kingdom and caused Israel to sin?
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Who married Jezebel and was denounced by Elijah?
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Who was anointed by Elisha to execute Ahab's dynasty?
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Who became a vassal of the Assyrian king and later rebelled?
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Who was the son of Solomon who caused the civil war?
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Who instituted a nationwide Bible education program in Judah?
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Who was executed by Jehoiada the priest?
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Who began to rule at age 7 but became a cruel leader?
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Who was punished with leprosy for intruding into priesthood?
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Who was given 15 extra years to live in answer to prayer?
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Who was known as the worst Southern King?
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Who rediscovered the books of Moses and led a great revival?
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Who experienced the first of the three invasions by Babylon?
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Who rebelled against Babylon and was taken blinded to Babylon?
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Who was a high priest that executed Queen Athaliah?
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Who was a Babylonian king that conquered Jerusalem?
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Who was a faithless servant of Elisha who lied to gain reward?
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Who was the Syrian general healed of leprosy after seven dips in the Jordan River?
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What was the book of Kings' emphasis?
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What does the book of Chronicles emphasize?
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Who is the book of Kings written for?
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What is the cause of Edom's judgement?
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What is Edom's capital city?
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Where was Obadiah's destination?
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Obadiah is the longest Old Testament book.
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Obadiah is the earliest of the books of the prophets.
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What is the Key Word(s) for the book of Joel?
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Study Notes
Old Testament Kingdoms and Key Events
- Kingdoms of Israel began in 931 BC.
- Israel fell to Assyria in 721 BC.
- Judah fell to Babylon through three invasions from 606 BC to 586 BC.
Key Figures in the Kingdoms
- Jeroboam: Cabinet member of Solomon who led the revolt dividing the kingdom; established false worship.
- Ahab: Married to Jezebel; defeated Syria twice; denounced by Elijah; involved in compromises with Judah.
- Jehu: Anointed by Elisha to end Ahab's dynasty; known for violence against Ahab's family and Baal worshippers.
- Hoshea: Vassal of Assyria who rebelled and was later imprisoned.
- Rehoboam: Son of Solomon; his leadership caused civil war.
- Jehoshaphat: Righteous king of Judah; initiated national Bible education and faced Ahab’s family.
- Athaliah: Daughter of Ahab and Jezebel; executed by Jehoiada after a reign of terror.
- Joash: Survived massacre of siblings; became king at 7, later turned cruel, executing faithful priest Zachariah.
- Uzziah: Mighty ruler and builder who faced leprosy for overstepping into priesthood.
- Hezekiah: Second-best king of Judah; organized a Passover; received extra years of life through prayer.
- Manasseh: Longest-ruling southern king, ultimately saved before death, despite being worst by many accounts.
- Josiah: Rediscovered the law, led a major revival, and considered the best king after David.
- Jehoiakim: Persecuted Jeremiah; received the burial of a donkey.
- Zedekiah: Blinded after rebelling against Babylon.
Prophets and Prophetic Ministry
- Micaiah: Prophet jailed by Ahab for prophesying doom.
- Elijah: Known for drought prophecy; faced Baal prophets; taken to heaven in a chariot.
- Elisha: Performed miracles, including raising the dead and blinding armies.
Writings and Historical Context
- Book of Kings: Written by Jeremiah and focuses on judgment; intended for captives to encourage repentance.
- Book of Chronicles: Written by Ezra; emphasizes blessings intended for the returnees.
Themes in Obadiah
- Explores the rivalry of Jacob and Esau; emphasizes the judgment of Edom.
- Central message: God’s judgment on pride and the call for repentance.
- Edom's capital was Petra; pride led to their downfall.
- The Day of the Lord signifies imminent judgment and restoration.
Joel's Ministry
- Proclaimed during a locust plague; compared locusts to future armies.
- Key theme: "The Day of the LORD"; calls for repentance from Judah.
- Noted as the Prophet of Pentecost; foretold the outpouring of the Spirit.
Important Notes on Edom
- Edom represented the descendants of Esau; history of animosity towards Israel.
- Petra, known for its defensibility, faced betrayal from allies.
- The future of Edom foretold in prophecies; highlights the consequences of pride and alliances.
Key Moments and Prophetic Significance
- Joel’s prophesies aimed at national and personal repentance; highlighted God’s eventual restoration of Israel.
- Edom’s judgment underscored the principle of divine justice; relevant to contemporary nations.
- The prophetic messages addressed future events of the Great Tribulation and God's kingdom establishment.
Summary Notes on Repentance and Restoration
- Emphasizes the need for a collective return to God and the importance of relying on spiritual leaders for guidance.
- Describes God’s restorative promise post-judgment; highlights hope amidst warnings of sin.
Themes in Prophetic Literature
- Overall narrative emphasizes repentance, judgment, and restoration as pivotal themes.
- Underlines the relationship between societal conduct and divine response throughout the history of Israel and Judah.
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Test your knowledge on the key events and figures of the Old Testament as part of the FBI Class Semester 4 curriculum. This quiz covers important dates such as the fall of Israel and Judah, and significant individuals like those involved during Solomon's reign.
