The Prophecy of Amos - A Warning for Today: Bible Study Guide

by Mathew Bartlett

Overview

The virtually unknown prophet Amos bursts onto the pages of history with a warning relevant to his time. He confronts the nation of Israel with the unchanging nature of God and warns them to repent before judgment falls. As we study a period in the history of a nation that had turned its back on God, we draw disturbing parallels with our own time.

With verse by verse commentary and explanatory notes, Amos: A Warning for Today provides a simple introduction to the study of a period of backsliding in Israel’s history – and the warning from the prophet which read through modern eyes appears so relevant to our present time.

PLUS: LIFE APPLICATION NOTES & STUDY QUESTIONS FOR EACH CHAPTER CONNECT THE LESSONS OF AMOS TO YOUR OWN LIFE SITUATION!

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Reviews

Amos was a shepherd from the southern part of Jerusalem who God called to leave his homeland and prophesy to the Northern Kingdom—Israel. Amos prophesies of judgment to Judah, Israel, and the surrounding nations. Israel specifically has rebelled against God. It has become complacent because of its wealth, idolatrous as it worshiped false gods, and unjust as it oppressed the poor. Though Amos prophesies of God’s judgment to Israel, he also continually intercedes for them throughout the book—asking God to be merciful (Amos 7). This book certainly has many applications and warnings for the people of God today.

Mathew Bartlett and Derek Williams skillfully bring out the historical background, the meaning, and the applications in The Prophecy of Amos: A Warning for Today. With each verse, commentary is provided to help the reader understand and apply the text. Here is an example of the rich applications in considering Amos’ background as a shepherd from Amos 1:1:

“God's choice of Amos shows how God calls the weak and ordinary instead of the wise and strong. (1 Cor. 1:26–27). Amos was a nobody, but God revealed Himself to Amos through His word, just as today He reveals Himself to all who put their faith in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.”

This commentary is a breath of fresh air. It is easy to read and brings out the urgent message of the book of Amos for today. Lord, please give us ears to hear! - Greg Brown, Author / Publisher at The Bible Teacher's Guide, Chaplain at Handong Global University and LCDR, Chaplain at United States Navy Reserve

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781910942208
Publisher:	Faithbuilders Publishing Ltd
Publication date:	09/09/2015
Series:	Faithbuilders Bible Studies , #30
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	80
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Mathew Bartlett has served in full-time Christian ministry since 1999, and has served as a senior pastor for 10 of those years. Although his early academic career was in the sciences, he later took a Master's Degree in Biblical Studies at Chester University, where he obtained distinction. He is currently working towards his PhD in Biblical Studies.

Table of Contents

Amos 1:1-2:3. Judgment on the Nations Introduction God's Judgment Imminent Judgments Against: Syria Philistia Tyre Edom Ammon Moab Amos 2:4-16. Judgment on Judah and Israel Judgment Against Judah Judgment Against Israel Heartless Oppression of the Poor Perverted Justice Sexual Immorality and Idolatry God Rejected Judgment Unavoidable Amos 3:1-15. The Broken Covenant A Broken Covenant The Prophet Defends His Office A Remnant Will be Saved Amos 4:1-13. Hypocritical Religion Punishment for "Fat Cows" Religious Pride and Hypocrisy God's Dealings to Israel to Repentance Final Judgment is Inevitable Amos 5:1-27. A Lament for the Nation A Lament for the Nation Seek God in Truth A Promise for the Repentant The Day of the Lord Sincerity in Worship Amos 6:1-14. Warning to the Unconcerned A Warning to the Unconcerned Pride and Selfish Indulgence The Severity of the Coming Judgment Amos 7:1-17. Intercession and Opposition Intercession for Israel The Vision of Locusts The Vision of a Destroying Fire The Vision of the Plumb Line Opposition to the Word of God Amos Threatened Amos Defends His Ministry Amos Stands for the Truth Amaziah's Punishment Amos 8:1-14. The Basket of Ripe Summer Fruit A Basket of Ripe Summer Fruit A Warning of Judgment Amos 9:1-15. No Escape-But a Saviour Promised The Temple at Bethel Destroyed No Escape From God's Judgment Misplaced Trust Scattering and Sifting The Restoration of the Davidic Kingship

Editorial Reviews

Amos was a shepherd from the southern part of Jerusalem who God called to leave his homeland and prophesy to the Northern Kingdom-Israel. Amos prophesies of judgment to Judah, Israel, and the surrounding nations. Israel specifically has rebelled against God. It has become complacent because of its wealth, idolatrous as it worshiped false gods, and unjust as it oppressed the poor. Though Amos prophesies of God's judgment to Israel, he also continually intercedes for them throughout the book-asking God to be merciful (Amos 7). This book certainly has many applications and warnings for the people of God today.
Mathew Bartlett and Derek Williams skillfully bring out the historical background, the meaning, and the applications in The Prophecy of Amos: A Warning for Today. With each verse, commentary is provided to help the reader understand and apply the text. Here is an example of the rich applications in considering Amos' background as a shepherd from Amos 1:1:
"God's choice of Amos shows how God calls the weak and ordinary instead of the wise and strong. (1 Cor. 1:26-27). Amos was a nobody, but God revealed Himself to Amos through His word, just as today He reveals Himself to all who put their faith in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ."
This commentary is a breath of fresh air. It is easy to read and brings out the urgent message of the book of Amos for today. Lord, please give us ears to hear! - Greg Brown, Author / Publisher at The Bible Teacher's Guide, Chaplain at Handong Global University and LCDR, Chaplain at United States Navy Reserve

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