Truth That Transforms

1V12 When should we repent? a.      Even now- A specific time. 2V12 Who is making this declaration? a.      The Lord through Joel b.     Return (Repent- turn to the Lord.)                                                                i.      All your heart – no divided hearts, Israel and the modern church                                                             ii.      Fasting – separating yourself from worldly pleasures to seek God                                                           iii.      Weeping – physical action over your sins and your people's sins                                                           iv.      Mourning- internal and mental process, hating your sin and others' sins    3V13 What should be torn? He desires a torn heart, not torn clothes. a.      He does not want us to play church, but he wants to be the church   4V13 Why should we return to the Lord?- For He is gracious a.      He is gracious- something no one deserves. What prevents you from receiving and ext