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Book of Zephaniah

Zephaniah, written by Zephaniah

Old Testamentprophecy Audio available3 Chapters53 verses
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Zephaniah prophesied during Josiah's reign, warning of the coming Day of the Lord that would bring judgment on Judah and nations. Despite severe warnings, the book ends with promises of a humble, rejoicing remnant and God Himself rejoicing over His people.

Chapters in Zephaniah

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Outline of Zephaniah

1Judgment Coming

The Day of the Lord will bring universal judgment, starting with Judah.

2:1-3:8Call to Repentance

Seek the Lord; oracles against nations; Jerusalem's corruption.

3:9-20Future Restoration

Purified remnant, God rejoicing over His people, restoration promised.

Key Themes in Zephaniah

The Day of the Lord

A day of darkness and judgment for sinners, but deliverance for the humble.

Humble Remnant

God will preserve a humble, trusting remnant who seek Him.

Key Verses in Zephaniah

ZEP 3:17
The LORD your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.

One of the most tender pictures of God's love in Scripture.

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Christ in Zephaniah

God With Us

Zephaniah 3:17 pictures God dwelling with His people, fulfilled in Christ.

JHN 1:14

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