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The prophet Joel speaks of a devastating locust plague followed by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit (Joel 2). What theological connection does Joel draw between these two seemingly disparate events?
A
The locust plague was a direct result of Israel's disobedience, while the outpouring of the Spirit was a reward for repentance.
B
The locust plague served as a catalyst for national repentance, creating the conditions for the outpouring of the Spirit as a sign of God's restored favor.
C
The locust plague was a symbolic representation of the spiritual barrenness of Israel, which the outpouring of the Spirit would rectify.
D
The locust plague and the outpouring of the Spirit were both signs of the impending Day of the Lord, with the plague representing judgment and the Spirit representing salvation.