Joel 1:19-20 NRSVue

19To you, O Lord, I cry, for fire has devoured the pastures of the wilderness, and flames have burned all the trees of the field. 20Even the wild animals cry to you because the watercourses are dried up, and fire has devoured the pastures of the wilderness.


Further reflection

This seems to be a cry of desolation. Do I feel that way now, or can I remember a time when I did? The speaker - and even the animals - are turning to God in their time of need. Where do I look for help when I am in trouble?