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Appeal to God's Glory
The prayer model in this verse is not based on the people's worthiness but on God's character. Commentators explain the plea 'Spare your people' is an appeal to protect God's own heritage and prevent His name from being mocked among the nations. This teaches Christians to ground their prayers, especially in desperate times, in God's glory and His covenant promises, rather than their own merits.
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Joel
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Albert Barnes
On Joel 2:17
18th Century
Theologian
Let the priests, the ministers of the Lord, weep between the porch and the altar - The porch in this, Solomon’s temple, was in fact a tower,…
Charles Ellicott
On Joel 2:17
19th Century
Bishop
That the heathen should rule over them.— All mention of the locusts is dropped. The lesser calamity is swallowed up in th…
John Calvin
On Joel 2:15–17
16th Century
Theologian
Here again the Prophet reminds them that there was a need for deep repentance, for not only had individuals transgressed, but the whole people had …
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John Gill
On Joel 2:17
17th Century
Pastor
Let the priests, the ministers of the Lord, weep between the porch and the altar
Not the altar of incense which st…
Matthew Henry
On Joel 2:15–27
17th Century
Minister
The priests and rulers are to appoint a solemn fast. The sinner's supplication is, "Spare us, good Lord." God is ready to help his people, and he w…