Zephaniah is noted for having one of the most graphic portrayals of the Day of the Lord in the Bible. Such a passage is Zephaniah, Chapter One.

But we must not stop there – continue reading the Book of Zephaniah for it is within the pages of this small but powerful book the author has called us to an anguished confession of sin and humble devotion to God so that we may escape the horrible Day of the Lord coming on this world:

"...before the decree is issued, before the day passes like chaff, before the LORD's fierce anger comes upon you! Seek the LORD, all you meek of the earth, who have upheld His justice. Seek righteousness, seek humility. It may be that you will be hidden in the Day of the LORD's anger." Zephaniah 2:2-3