Zephaniah 1-3

Common Theme

• God warns of an impending day of judgment for all nations because of idolatry and rebellion, yet promises restoration and joy for a humble remnant who seek refuge in Him. His justice and mercy converge as He purifies His people and dwells among them as their victorious King.

Questions

• How does Zephaniah’s vision of judgment and restoration reveal God’s heart toward sin and redemption?
• What does it mean for God to “rejoice over you with gladness” (3:17), and how should that shape our view of Him?

God Shot

God is a righteous Judge who cannot overlook wickedness, yet He is also a redeeming King who delights in saving and restoring His people. He is mighty to save, rejoicing over His redeemed with singing and dwelling in their midst as their protector and joy.