Study guide for amos 2 by david guzik blue letter bible. Amos was from tekoa, a small town in judah about 6 miles south of bethlehem and 11 miles from jerusalem. Study guide for amos 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. Book of amos read, study bible verses online bible study tools. The books of 1 and 2 kings or 1 and 2 chronicles do not mention this prophet, and he should not be confused with amoz, the father of isaiah the prophet. For over three decades lifeguide bible studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thoughtprovoking questions. Amos free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. Discover books of the bible this web site explains various books of the bible, by explaining each individual scripture. The book of amos amos was a sheepbreeder of tekoa in judah, who delivered his oracles in the northern kingdom during the prosperous reign of jeroboam ii 786746 b. He is credited with being one of the first classical or writing prophets, yet he does not identify himself as a prophet. His ministry was to both the northern and southern kingdoms.
Enter for a chance to win this niv cultural backgrounds study bible. This summary of the book of amos provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of amos. Study the bible online using commentary on amos and more. He earned his living from the flock and the sycamorefig grove 1. Over the years i have been asked if i had any other books of the bible that are explained like the one for the book of revelation which took a year to complete. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. The prophet amos lived among a group of shepherds in tekoa, a small town. We are examining the message from the prophet amos. More than almost any other book of scripture, the book of amos holds gods people. At one point, amaziah the priest had commanded amos to go south to speak his words of doom, yet the prophet answered by a thus saith jehovah amos 7. The book of amos is a series of prophecies by the prophet amos, who predicted the fall of judah by the invading assyrians.
While hosea only prophesied regarding israel amos also prophesied concerning the neighbouring nations of israel. A free bible translation and commentary on the book of amos in easyenglish. The only time markers we have in the book are the attack against jerusalem obadiah 1. But amos said, behold, the eyes of the lord god are upon the sinful kingdom, and i will destroy it from off the face of the earth amos 9. He prophesied in israel at the great cult center of bethel, from which he was finally expelled by the priest in charge of this royal sanctuary 7. Most of what we know about amos comes from the book that bears his name. Youre listening to tim bulkeleys 5 minute bible humor in the bible the book by amos amos 4 verse 1 in modern anglophone situations calling a woman you cow is probably neither smart nor clever nor funny, its just rude but what was going on when amos said to the women of samaria hear this word you cows of bashan, you. This amos bible lesson is suitable for those requiring an instant, free amos bible lesson. Amos 1 the words of amos, one of the shepherds of tekoathe vision he saw concerning israel two years before the earthquake, when uzziah was king of judah and jeroboam son of jehoash was king of israel. God called amos to prophesy to israel, and it seems that he did most of his work at bethel amos 7. We find two quotations from the book of amos in the acts of the apostles. He warned that it was gods intention to punish sin.
So, with this in mind, lets study the book of amos. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. This lesson allows the student to become acquainted with the important content of the verses and chapters of this book of the bible. The amos bible lesson provides an overview or outline of this book of the bible. Without doubt, amos meant material fire coming against material walls and palaces, but the bible also uses fire in a spiritual way, to describe the purifying work of god in the believer. Vernon mcgee taking the whole word to the whole world. A detailed study of the 12 minor prophets of the old testament. This book of the prophet amos is the only mention we have of this man in the old testament. It repeatedly points out the failure of the people to fully embrace gods idea of justice. The visions he had about israel, in the time of uzziah king of judah and jeroboam son of joash, king of israel, two years before the earthquake. Enrich your faith and grow in spiritual maturity with the incredible bible study and devotional books listed below.
This book certainly has many applications and warnings for the people of god today. The series includes the sermon manuscript, power point presentation, and audio. Amos prophetic ministry took place during the reigns of jeroboam ii, king of israel, and uzziah. It suggests that he might have been a humble herdsman or a common laborer. With each verse, commentary is provided to help the reader understand and apply the text. And, of course, poor amos hadnt read the latest book. The book of amos is the earliest of the book of the twelve prophets, and is relevant today, as it. More than almost any other book of scripture, the book of amos holds gods people accountable for their illtreatment of others. The book of amos is the third of the twelve minor prophets in the tanakhold testament and. Israel should now prepare to meet god himselfthe lord god of hosts. Youll get this book and many others when you join bible gateway plus. Amos and hosea were coworkers and may even have gone on preaching tours through the land together, although hosea continued his work after amos passed from the scene. Verse 12 is not a gospel appeal, but a message of judgment. Watch our overview video on the book of amos, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Book of amos overview insight for living ministries. This three part series on the book of amos was preached at forge road bible chapel, perry hall, md on may 20, 2012 part 1, june 3, 2012 part 2, and june 24, 2012 part 3. This series has more than titles on old and new testament books, character studies, and topical studies. Study guide for amos 3 by david guzik blue letter bible. Amos 1 kjv the words of amos, who was among the bible. Amos was a contemporary of hosea, isaiah, and jonah. Yahweh roars from zion, and makes himself heard from jerusalem. Amos with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Although there are sermons using a verse or part of a. He was not a man of the court like isaiah, or a member of a priestly family like jeremiah and ezekiel. The bible says that god will test the works of each believer with fire, to burn away what is unworthy 1 corinthians 3.
Scholars think his entire ministry might have only lasted a year or two some even think it was a matter of weeks. Mathew bartlett and derek williams skillfully bring out the historical background, the meaning, and the applications in the prophecy of amos. So amos goes to bethel, which was functioning as the capitol of israel. In this book, amos accuses israel of breaking their covenant with god and highlights how their idolatry has led to injustice and the neglect of the. David guzik study guide for amos 3 blue letter bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the bible easy and rewarding. Since i started working on this study of amos, i have searched our library holdings with the hope i would turn up a hidden or forgotten study by some new church scholar. Intro to amos biblica the international bible society. The words of amos reveal jehovahs mercy towards an unworthy people.
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