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- The purpose of the book of Amos was to announce God’s holy judgment on the Kingdom of Israel (the Northern Kingdom), call them to repentance, and to turn from their self-righteous sins and idolatry. God raised up the prophet Amos, as an act of His great mercy to a people who repeatedly shunned and disobeyed Him.
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Amos was a shepherd and fig tree farmer (Amos 7:14) who lived right near the border between northern Israel and southern Judah. The north had seized its independence about 150 years earlier (1 Kgs. 12) and was currently being ruled by Jeroboam II, a successful military leader.
Mar 20, 2024 · Amos points to the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promises through the Messiah and His redemptive work. The Book of Amos encourages believers to seek justice, pursue righteousness, and offer genuine worship.
- Brad Simon
- Who Is Amos and What Do We Know About him?
- What Was The Focus of Amos’ Ministry?
- 5 Lessons We Can Learn from Amos
If you were asked to describe a biblical prophet, I’m sure there are several images that come to mind? You might picture a young man standing in the throne room of a corrupt king, an astute older man writing intently by candlelight, or an outspoken preacher shouting on a street corner to a distracted crowd that simply has no time for his rantings. ...
At the time Amos traveled north to Bethel, the northern kingdom was living in relative prosperity, on the surface at least. The economy was booming, the borders were secure, religious holidays were celebrated, and the nation was at peace with its sibling in the south. Furthermore, Israel did not have to contend with immediate threats from rival nat...
Though Amos ministered to Israel and delivered a specific message for a specific time in its history, there are several things we can learn from his life, message, and ministry that are applicable even today. 1. God Calls and Commissions Ordinary Individuals Nothing about Amos’ vocation as a shepherd and farmer would have marked him as one suited t...
Why is Amos so important? Amos was fed up. While most of the prophets interspersed redemption and restoration in their prophecies against Israel and Judah, Amos devoted only the final five verses of his prophecy for such consolation.
Feb 1, 2021 · The book of Amos may have been written nearly 3000 years ago, but it holds timely truth for us today. Let’s dive into four reasons why the book of Amos should be the next book you read.
- Alyssa Roat
Nov 12, 2021 · The Book of Amos is about the sovereign God of creation and covenant who announces judgment upon disobedient Israel, and yet proclaims a future kingdom hope for the people of God. In one sense, this could describe most prophetic books of the Old Testament.
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Amos 9:11-15 :Close: The Coming Kingdom of Peace. Choose a chapter and verse from 'Amos' to begin your 'Verse-by-Verse' study of God's Word using the more than 100 commentaries available on StudyLight.org.
