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- This verse underscores that God does not act in judgment without warning His people first through His prophets. It reflects the principle that increased privilege comes with heightened accountability. Israel, having experienced God's grace and revelation, was expected to respond with obedience and righteousness.
Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets. GOD'S WORD® Translation. Certainly, the Almighty LORD doesn't do anything unless he [first] reveals his secret to his servants the prophets. Good News Translation.
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Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan...
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The "two" are God's judgment and the prophet's word. These...
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God and man cannot walk together, except they are agreed. Unless we seek his glory, we cannot walk with him. Let us not presume on outward privileges, without special, sanctifying grace. The threatenings of the word and providence of God against the sin of man are certain, and certainly show that the judgments of God are at hand.
Our God is a God of love and mercy, but He is also a God of justice and righteous judgement and when His people who are called by His name are sinful, idolatrous, disobedient, and rebellious, the inevitable result is their justified punishment.
Amos tells us that He has chosen to reveal Himself to us, including His plans. God wants to have a relationship with us. He wants us to know His ways. So He guides us, telling us everything we need to know. God is light, shining clarity on your path while giving purpose and direction.
From a theological perspective, Amos 3:7 reveals several key insights: Divine Sovereignty: God is in control of history and nothing happens without his will or knowledge. Revelation: God communicates his will to humans, demonstrating a relational aspect between the Divine and humanity.
What does Amos 3:7 mean? Read commentary on this popular Bible verse and understand the real meaning behind God's Word using John Gill's Exposition of the Bible.
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Verse Amos 3:7. Surely the Lord God will do nothing — In reference to the punishment, correction, or blessing of his people- But he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets. — They are in strict correspondence with him, and he shows them things to come.
