Joel 2:11-13

Contemporary English Version

^11 (A) The Lord God leads this army
of countless troops,
    and they obey his commands.
The day of his judgment
is so terrible
    that no one can stand it.

It isn't too late.
You can still return to me
    with all your heart.
Start crying and mourning!
    Go without eating.
¹³ Don't rip your clothes
    to show your sorrow.
Instead, turn back to me
    with broken hearts.
I am merciful, kind, and caring.
I don't easily lose my temper,
    and I don't like to punish.