By Michael C. Mack Have worship services or group gatherings ever felt like an “inconvenience” to you? If so, when? Why do you think it felt that way? Read Amos 8:1-6, 9, 10. How is God’s judgment of Israel like a bowl of ripe fruit? What descriptions of his judgment did God give? Why did […]
By Kay Moll The words of Amos 8:7 are haunting: “The Lord has sworn by himself, the Pride of Jacob: ‘I will never forget anything they have done.’” The things that God will not forget have been made abundantly clear: widespread oppression of the poor and an unwillingness to address injustices. If God will not […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Which would you choose and why? • a night in a luxurious hotel • a meal in a five-star restaurant • a chance to sing or jam with your favorite singer/band • a lotion that makes you look 20 years younger Read Amos 6:4-8, 11-14. 2. What words would you […]
By Sam E. Stone Amos began his prophecy by pronouncing judgment on the major countries throughout the part of the world where he lived. Captivity was coming for the people of Israel as well. Within 50 years his predictions would be fulfilled. Henry Halley wrote, “Over and over Amos contrasts the voluptuous ease, palatial luxury, […]
By David Faust The prophet Elijah rode a spiritual roller coaster of highs and lows. In a short period of time he literally went from a mountaintop to the valley of depletion and discouragement. On Mount Carmel he was a champion. In the desert he felt like a chump. On the mountain he felt vindicated. […]
