The Locust And The Vine, Joel 2 25
Joel 2 25
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[Verse 1] I took a turn down the wrong track Walking along with my head turned back The winter frost was sharp and cold And I drifted far away from the fold [Verse 2] The trial and trouble that took my joy Came like a storm that would destroy Left empty fields out on the farm And kept me hiding in the barn [Chorus] But Jesus promised He would save And bring back every single day! The years the worms have taken down He sets my feet on solid ground! He brings back joy, He sets me free Lord Jesus heals my history! [Verse 3] Now I’m coming back to the Mercy Tree Asking the Lord to pardon me I turn away from my selfish ways And give Him the rest of my earthly days [Bridge] He heard my cry, He broke my chain Like sweet sunshine after the rain What once was lost is found today My heavy burdens washed away! He filled my cup with His sweet grace And held me tight in His embrace! [Chorus] ’Cause Jesus promised He would save And bring back every single day! The years the worms have taken down He sets my feet on solid ground! He brings back joy, He sets me free Lord Jesus heals my history! [Outro] He gives back the lost years Jesus wipes away my tears! He is my Lord and Savior King And forever of His grace I'll sing!
Study notes
1. The Immediate Historical Meaning The Locust Plague: The prophet Joel originally spoke to the nation of Israel after a catastrophic natural disaster. Swarms of locusts had stripped the land bare, destroying crops and food supplies over multiple years. A Call to Repentance: The disaster served as a wakeup call following a time of spiritual drifting. When the people humbled themselves and turned back to God, He promised physical and material renewal—replenishing their fields with an abundance of grain, wine, and oil so they would once again be fully satisfied. 2. The Deeper Spiritual Message God as the Restorer: Beyond crops and harvests, the verse reveals God’s fundamental character as a compassionate restorer. He is able to mend what was broken and breathe life back into ruined circumstances. Recovery of Lost Time: While humans cannot rewind time or reverse the ticking clock, God promises the "impossible"—to redeem and compensate for seasons of pain, grief, failure, or wasted years. Hope for the Future: For anyone facing deep disappointment, regret, or hardship, the verse stands as an enduring reminder that past devastation does not dictate your final story, and God can bring beauty and fruitfulness out of ashes. -Google