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What specific conduct does God rebuke the people for in Amos 5:10?
What specific conduct does God rebuke the people for in Amos 5:10?
According to Amos 5:12, how does God describe the sin of the people?
According to Amos 5:12, how does God describe the sin of the people?
What did the people not consider to be important according to 6:6?
What did the people not consider to be important according to 6:6?
According to 6:7, what would be the outcome for the people?
According to 6:7, what would be the outcome for the people?
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What must the people do to solve their problem according to Amos 5:24?
What must the people do to solve their problem according to Amos 5:24?
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What eventual consequence does God predict for the people in Amos 5:27?
What eventual consequence does God predict for the people in Amos 5:27?
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What does the term 'Lo Debar' signify as mentioned in 6:13?
What does the term 'Lo Debar' signify as mentioned in 6:13?
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How did God view the people according to 6:8?
How did God view the people according to 6:8?
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In Amos 5:21-23, how does God view the worship offered by the people?
In Amos 5:21-23, how does God view the worship offered by the people?
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What command would God give regarding the houses as mentioned in 6:11?
What command would God give regarding the houses as mentioned in 6:11?
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Study Notes
God's Name and Conduct
- The importance of God's name is emphasized as the one who performs actions.
God’s Rebuke of the People
- God rebukes the people for their sinful conduct in Amos 5:10.
- Other passages about this sin include:
- Examples of how people today are sometimes guilty.
Consequences of Sin
- The sin in Amos 5:11 leads to consequences.
- People should respond prudently to these situations (Amos 5:13).
- People should change their ways and hate evil (Amos 5:14, 15).
- Other passages that discuss hating evil and its application in society.
- Consequences for not changing ways are described in Amos 5:16, 17.
The Day of the Lord
- People desire the Day of the Lord (Amos 5:18-20).
- Other passages about the Day of the Lord.
- Illustrations of the Day of the Lord and reasons why people shouldn't desire it.
- Lessons to be learned from this.
God's View of Worship
- God rejected the worship offered in Amos 5:21-23.
- They should change their worship practices.
- Other passages about God's attitude toward worship from those who disobey Him.
- Lessons to be learned about worship and service to God.
- To solve their problems, people should repent and seek God's guidance (Amos 5:24).
- God asks a specific question in Amos 5:25, and the correct answer highlights the importance of seeking righteousness.
- The people had rejected God's word (Amos 5:26).
- This is quoted in the New Testament, with a lesson about obedience.
Consequences of Sinful Conduct
- God predicts consequences for the people's actions (Amos 5:27).
Woe Pronounced on the Wealthy
- A woe is pronounced on the wealthy in Amos 6:1.
- They should observe other nations (Amos 6:2) and learn lessons from their experiences.
- The wealthy indulged in luxurious pleasures (Amos 6:4-6).
- They overemphasized materialism and possessions, which is dangerous (Amos 6:6).
- Other passages about the dangers of over-emphasis on materialism and pleasure/entertainment.
- Lessons to be learned from this example in modern society.
- David's use of musical instruments for worship is addressed in Amos 6:10.
- New Testament passages about music in worship.
- The consequences for the wealthy are described in Amos 6:7.
- God's view of the wealthy (Amos 6:8).
- Destruction of houses is prophesied in Amos 6:9, 10.
- God's command regarding houses (Amos 6:11).
- Rhetorical questions are asked in Amos 6:12.
- The people's actions are contrasted with the rhetorical questions, highlighting their hypocrisy.
- People's rejoicing in their accomplishments (Amos 6:13).
- Lessons to be learned about self-sufficiency and relying on God's strength.
- The people would receive deserved punishment (Amos 6:14).
Amos's Visions
- Amos describes the vision of a locust plague (Amos 7:1).
- He responds to the vision and asks for God's mercy (Amos 7:2).
- God's response is to partially relent (Amos 7:3).
The Power of Prayer
- The next vision involves a fire consuming the land (Amos 7:4).
- Amos responds and asks for God to relent (Amos 7:5).
- God relents partially (Amos 7:6).
- Lessons to be learned about the power of prayer from Amos's requests.
God's Standard
- The third vision reveals a plumb line used to judge Israel (Amos 7:7, 8).
- The plumb line represents God's standard of righteousness.
- The consequences for deviating from God's standard are stated in Amos 7:9.
- Other examples of similar illustrations in Scripture.
- Lessons about the importance of following God's standard.
Opposition to Truth
- Amos is accused by Amaziah of sedition and discouraging war (Amos 7:10).
- Amos's response to Amaziah refutes the accusations (Amos 7:14, 15).
- Lessons from Amos's stand against opposition.
Dishonesty and Greed
- Amos sees a vision of a basket of ripe summer fruits (Amos 8:1-3).
- The interpretation of the vision reveals God's judgment on Israel's dishonesty.
- Accusations against the people regarding their dishonest business practices (Amos 8:4-6).
- Other passages about dishonest business practices.
- Lessons to be learned from these accusations.
- The people prioritize their own desires over worship (Amos 8:7).
- God swears to remember Israel's sins (Amos 8:7).
- Lessons to be learned from God's promise.
Consequences of Sin
- Consequences for Israel are described in Amos 8:8-13.
- The people will face punishment for their sins (Amos 8:11, 12).
- The lack of prophetic revelation will be a consequence (Amos 8:11, 12).
- The error of the people in trusting in earthly things (Amos 8:14).
God's Judgment on Israel
- Amos sees a vision of God destroying Israel (Amos 9:1).
- People try to escape God's judgment, but they are unsuccessful (Amos 9:2-4).
- God's ability to wield judgment and calamity is described (Amos 9:5).
- God's name is emphasized in Amos 9:6, reflecting His sovereign power.
- Israel is compared to other nations, highlighting God's faithfulness to them (Amos 9:7).
- God's judgment on the kingdom is complete (Amos 9:8).
- Other passages about the remnant of Israel or Judah.
- God will rebuild the people (Amos 9:9).
- Reassuring aspects of this rebuilding for the remnant.
- Those who think they are immune to judgment will be punished (Amos 9:10).
- Case study: Application of the context to the doctrine of "once saved, always saved."
The Tabernacle of David
- God will rebuild the tabernacle of David (Amos 9:11, 12).
- This is quoted in the New Testament and its significance there.
- Jesus' reign over His kingdom.
- Predictions regarding the future (Amos 9:13).
- The work of the Messiah is elaborated (Amos 9:13).
- The captives of God's people will be restored (Amos 9:14).
- The ultimate blessing (Amos 9:15).
- Entering the promised land is considered symbolic.
Lessons from Amos
- Israel's sins are outlined, which should be avoided.
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Explore the essential themes in the book of Amos, including God's name and conduct, the consequences of sin, and the significance of the Day of the Lord. This quiz will challenge your understanding of how these topics are relevant to both biblical times and modern society. Delve into scripture to uncover pivotal lessons about worship and morality.
