Sunday 24 November
Amos: Seek God & Live. Amos 9 A New Hope. Phil Stedman
Phil Stedman
Phil walks us through Amos 9 reminding us that God can't turn a blind eye to injustice and sin, that it's naive to think that God does not see everything everywhere, and that hope for restoration comes through Jesus. Phil challenges us to be carriers of justice.
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Amos: Seek God & Live. Amos 9 A New Hope. Phil Stedman
Amos: Seek God & Live. Amos 9 – A New Hope.
Read Amos 9
- What stands out to you in this passage?
- What might God be saying to you?
We’ve come to the end of Amos’ recorded prophecies. In this final chapter, we see another example of God’s desire to destroy the structures and people that are perpetuating injustice. However, this is followed by a new note of restoration and prosperity.
- What does this tell us about God?
Verses 5 and 6 are the last example of several short songs of praise that pop up in Amos.
- How does praising God help us think about justice?
Take a closer look at how God is described in these verses. If we keep this view of God in our thoughts, how would it influence our choices?
- If we forget that this is what God is like, what else might we lose?
Finally, hear verses 13-15 read out again.
- What goes on for you as you hear these words?
- What are you longing to see God do in your world?
- How can we pray for you?
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