Joel 1 is written to people who are going through a plague. We are going through the corona virus plague today. They were going through a plague locusts. The plague had devastated their economy, disrupted their nation, and ruined their lives. People were weeping and crying and in despair. Plagues show us that we are not in control. We do not have the power to prevent pandemics. So, what do you do? Joel tells the people that the Day of the Lord is approaching and it is time to grow closer to God. This is a time for us to grow closer to God, as well. We need Him to get us through these difficult days.
