SPECIAL TOPIC: THAT DAY
This phrase, "in that day" or "on that day," is a way for the eighth century prophets to speak of God's visitation (presence), both for judgment and restoration.
Hosea | Amos | Micah | |||
positive | negative | positive | negative | positive | negative |
1:11 | 1:5 | 1:14(2) | 2:4 | ||
2:3 | 2:16 | 3:6 | |||
2:15 | 3:14 | 4:6 | |||
2:16 | 4:5 | 5:18 (2) | 5:10 | ||
2:18 | 5:9 | 5:20 | 7:4 | ||
2:21 | 6:2 | 6:3 | 7:11(2) | ||
7:5 | 8:3 | 7:12 | |||
9:5 | 9:11 | 8:9 (2) | |||
10:14 | 8:10 | ||||
8:13 |
This pattern is typical of the prophets. God is going to act against sin in time, but He also offers a day of repentance and forgiveness to those who are willing to change their hearts and actions (i.e., receive a new heart, a new mind, and a new spirit, cf. Ezek. 36:22-27)! God's purpose of redemption and restoration will be accomplished! He will have a people who reflect His character. The purpose of creation (fellowship between God and humanity) will be fulfilled!
For a good discussion of the terms and phrases related to eschatology, see G. B. Caird, The Language and Imagery of the Bible, pp. 243-271.
SPECIAL TOPIC: REPENTANCE (OT)
SPECIAL TOPIC: YHWH'S ETERNAL REDEMPTIVE PLAN
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