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Joel 2

"Joel 2" is a chapter in the Bible, specifically in the book of Joel. Joel was a prophet who wrote down what God told him to say to the people. In Joel 2, God is telling the people that if they turn away from their bad behavior and start following God's ways, then God will forgive them and bless them.

God talks about a big and scary locust swarm that is coming and will eat up all the crops, but if the people pray to God and ask for help, God will stop the locusts and bring back the food. God also says that he will send his Spirit to help the people and give them strength.

Joel 2 also talks about a "day of the Lord," which means a time when God will come to judge the earth and everyone will have to face the consequences of their actions. But, if people repent (say sorry for the bad things they've done) and turn to God, they will be saved and protected.

Overall, Joel 2 is a message from God that encourages people to turn away from bad behavior, ask for God's help, and trust in him to provide for their needs and protect them from harm.
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