Topical Encyclopedia The "Day of the Lord" is a significant biblical concept referring to a future time when God will intervene decisively in human history to execute judgment and establish His divine rule. This term appears throughout both the Old and New Testaments, often associated with themes of judgment, deliverance, and the ultimate fulfillment of God's purposes.Old Testament References In the Old Testament, the Day of the Lord is frequently depicted as a time of darkness and destruction for the wicked, but also as a time of salvation for the faithful remnant. The prophet Isaiah describes it as a day of wrath and fierce anger: "Wail, for the day of the LORD is near; it will come as destruction from the Almighty" (Isaiah 13:6). Similarly, the prophet Joel warns of its impending arrival, urging repentance: "Blow the ram’s horn in Zion; sound the alarm on My holy mountain! Let all who dwell in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming; indeed, it is near" (Joel 2:1). The Day of the Lord is also portrayed as a time when God will judge the nations and vindicate His people. In Zephaniah, it is described as a day of distress and anguish, a day of trouble and ruin: "The great day of the LORD is near—near and coming quickly. Listen, the cry on the day of the LORD will be bitter; the shouting of the warrior there" (Zephaniah 1:14). New Testament References In the New Testament, the Day of the Lord continues to be a central theme, often associated with the second coming of Christ and the final judgment. The Apostle Paul writes to the Thessalonians, emphasizing the suddenness and unexpected nature of this day: "For you are fully aware that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night" (1 Thessalonians 5:2). This imagery underscores the need for vigilance and preparedness among believers. The Apostle Peter also speaks of the Day of the Lord, highlighting its transformative power: "But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar, the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and its works will be laid bare" (2 Peter 3:10). This passage emphasizes the cosmic scope of God's judgment and the ultimate renewal of creation. Theological Significance The Day of the Lord is a multifaceted concept that encompasses both judgment and hope. For the unrighteous, it is a day of reckoning and divine justice. For the righteous, it is a day of deliverance and the fulfillment of God's promises. This dual aspect serves as a call to repentance and faithfulness, urging believers to live in anticipation of God's ultimate intervention in history. Throughout Scripture, the Day of the Lord is a reminder of God's sovereignty and the certainty of His plans. It assures believers of the eventual triumph of good over evil and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom. As such, it is a central element of Christian eschatology, shaping the hope and expectation of the faithful as they await the return of Christ and the consummation of all things. Nave's Topical Index Malachi 4:5Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD: Nave's Topical Index 1 Corinthians 5:5 2 Corinthians 1:14 1 Thessalonians 5:2 2 Peter 3:10 Library Conclusion of Our Lord's Discourse. Parables of virgins and ... Psalm CL. Tuesday --The Day of Controversy. Psalm VI. Friday --The Day of Suffering. Jeremy Taylor -- Christ's Advent to Judgment "That those Grievously Sin who Despise or Neglect God's Gracious ... The Thirty ??ons are not Typified by the Fact that Christ was ... Coming Judgment of the Secrets of Men "Hear the Word of the Lord, Ye Rulers of Sodom, Give Ear unto the ... Resources What is the National Day of Prayer? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the day of the Lord? | GotQuestions.org What is the Day-Age Theory? | GotQuestions.org Day: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Gladness Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Good Tidings Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day Which the Lord Has Made Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Good Day Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Solemn Day Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Adversity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Anger Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Calamity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Darkness Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Destruction Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Evil Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Slaughter Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of The Lord Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Trouble Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Vengeance Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Visitation Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Wrath Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of God's Power Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Redemption Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Salvation Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Visitation Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Break of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Decline of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Evening Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Morning Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Noon Day: Artificial, the Time of the Sun's Continuance Above The Day: Day's Journey, Eighteen or Twenty Miles Day: Divided Into Twelve Hours Day: Judgment: A Figure of Spiritual Illumination Day: Judgment: Called the Day of the Lord Day: Later Subdivided Into Twelve Hours Day: Made for the Glory of God Day: Natural, from Evening to Evening Day: Proclaims the Glory of God Day: Sabbath Day's Journey, About Two-Thousand Paces Day: Six Working Days Ordained Day: Sometimes Divided Into Four Parts Day: Succession of, Secured by Covenant Day: Th Sixth Day of the Week Called Preparation Day Day: The First Day of the Week Called the Lord's Day Day: Time of, Ascertained by the Dial Day: Times of Adversity Called Day of the Lord Related Terms Preparation-day (1 Occurrence) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) Kibrothhattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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