Zephaniah 1:7–13 makes plain that God is coming in judgment, and should therefore be revered (Zephaniah 1:7). He will spare none who denies him by thoughts or lifestyle (Zephaniah 1:12–13). His justice shows no preferential treatment (Zephaniah 1:8–11). It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Having learned that the living God is approaching in anger, we must reverently quiet our speech, hearts, and activity before the Sovereign One.¹