Category: Amos

Amos 3:6 is about the inevitability of calamity and suffering when there is no warning or communication from God to his people. 6 Is a trumpet blown in a city, and the people are not afraid? Does disaster come to a city, unless the Lord has done it? Setting the Scene for Amos 3:6 In…

Amos 3:12 is about the consequences of disobedience and neglecting God’s warnings, leading to destruction and devastation. 12 Thus says the Lord: “As the shepherd rescues from the mouth of the lion two legs, or a piece of an ear, so shall the people of Israel who dwell in Samaria be rescued, with the corner…

Amos 8:11-12 is about a time when there will be a famine not of food or water, but of hearing the word of God, and people will wander seeking for it but not find it, leading to a deep spiritual hunger and need for divine guidance. 11 “Behold, the days are coming,” declares the Lord…

Amos 7:14 is about Amos explaining to Amaziah that despite his initial profession as a humble herdsman and tender of sycamore fruit, he was chosen by God to be a prophet and speak His words regardless of his background or qualifications. 14 Then Amos answered and said to Amaziah, “I was no prophet, nor a…

Amos 1:13 is about the impending judgment upon the Ammonites for their ruthless and savage treatment of the people of Gilead. 13 Thus says the Lord: “For three transgressions of the Ammonites, and for four, I will not revoke the punishment, because they have ripped open pregnant women in Gilead, that they might enlarge their…

Amos 2:6-7 is about how the people of Israel, despite being chosen by God and having a special relationship with Him, have turned away from His commandments, oppressed the poor and needy, and committed various sins, for which they will face divine punishment. 6 Thus says the Lord: “For three transgressions of Israel, and for…

Amos 6:1-7 is about a warning to the wealthy and complacent people of Israel, chastising them for their self-indulgence and lack of concern for the suffering of others, ultimately leading to their impending judgment and downfall. 1 Woe to those who are at ease in Zion, and to those who feel secure on the mountain…

Amos 4:4 is about the hypocrisy of the people of Israel who were outwardly performing rituals and sacrifices but were lacking true devotion and righteousness in their hearts. 4 “Come to Bethel, and transgress; to Gilgal, and multiply transgression; bring your sacrifices every morning, your tithes every three days;” Setting the Scene for Amos 4:4…

Amos 5:13 is about the condemnation of those who exploit the poor and pervert justice, reminding them that their ill-gotten gains will not bring them lasting satisfaction or security in the eyes of God. 13 Therefore he who is prudent will keep silent in such a time, for it is an evil time. Setting the…

Amos 8:12 is about a spiritual famine where there is a lack of hearing the word of God, leading to desperate searching but ultimately being unable to find it. 12 They shall wander from sea to sea, and from north to east; they shall run to and fro, to seek the word of the Lord,…