{"id":376,"date":"2022-03-08T16:43:49","date_gmt":"2022-03-08T16:43:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moradortemporal.com\/celc\/?page_id=376"},"modified":"2022-03-30T16:22:35","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T16:22:35","slug":"amos-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/moradortemporal.com\/celc\/amos-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Amos"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Interesting Facts about Amos<\/a><\/strong><\/p>

The name\u00a0Amos\u00a0<\/strong>means burden or burden bearer. Since most of the prophecies of Amos concern coming judgment on either the nations surrounding Israel or judgment on Israel itself, he was a man with a burden. It seems that Amos had no \u201cformal\u201d theological or prophetic training, though there was a \u201cschool of the prophets\u201d known as the sons of the prophets at that time (1 Kings 20:35<\/a>,\u00a02 Kings 2:3\u201315<\/a>,\u00a02 Kings 4:1<\/a>,\u00a02 Kings 4:38<\/a>). Amos was a simple man, a farmer, who had been uniquely called to ministry. Amos uses an unusual word to describe his occupation. Instead of calling himself a \u201cshepherd,\u201d the literal ancient Hebrew calls Amos a \u201csheep raiser.\u201d Amos probably chose this title to emphasize the fact that he really was a shepherd, and that he did not mean \u201cshepherd\u201d in a symbolic, spiritual sense. The way God used Amos reminds us of the way He used the twelve disciples of Jesus\u2014common, workingmen used to do great things for God.\u00a0– David Guzik<\/p>

AMOS 9:1-15 VISIONS ABOUT THE FUTURE. <\/strong>Amos, like most of the prophets, told us of a bright future for God\u2019s Chosen People. The whole land will once more be a kingdom under the house of David (see\u00a0Amos 9:11\u201312<\/a>). The Tabernacle of David, now gone, will be rebuilt (see\u00a0Acts 15:16\u201317<\/a>). Israel will be restored to her land and will prosper. A happy people will dwell in a happy land. Always keep in mind that the Jewish people who have been scattered over the face of the world are being gathered back to their land of promise. National prosperity will again flourish. Jerusalem will be the capital of a mighty kingdom. Converted Israel will be God\u2019s witnesses (see\u00a0Amos 9:13\u201315<\/a>). During times when sin abounds, people need to hear the same things Amos spoke. We\u2019ve become too tenderhearted and gentle toward the common sins of people. We\u2019ve forgotten how to denounce; we\u2019ve lost the power of righteous indignation. Not so with Amos, plumb-line prophet that he was. The crooked wall always hates the straight line. So people hated Amos. They will hate us, too, if we speak out. Nevertheless, learn to speak, no matter what it costs. Always remember the Man who used a small whip to purge the Temple (see\u00a0John 2:13\u201316<\/a>). Repentance is not just turning to God and lightheartedly saying, \u201cI\u2019m sorry.\u201d Not even the truest repentance can remit sin. Redemption is costly. Christ paid the price. Salvation is the establishment of a personal relationship between the individual person and God. Nothing can take the place of that (see\u00a0John 1:12<\/a>). –\u00a0Henrietta Mears – What the Bible is All About<\/p>

IMPORTANCE FOR TODAY:<\/strong>\u00a0the message of Amos is needed today as much as ever. In nations throughout the world, God\u2019s people are still being persecuted. Even so, every act of persecution against God\u2019s beloved people, Jew and Gentile alike, is known to God and will be severely judged. God will take vengeance against His enemies. But note: judgment begins with the house of God. Far too many people who call themselves Christians, even true believers, ignore God\u2019s Word and commandments. Or, they seek God only for His blessings or to help in times of trouble. Like the Israelites of Amos\u2019s day, some live only to please themselves. Similarly, religion is still heartless and the religious still halfhearted. Wealthy nations and churches still hoard their wealth as much as ever. The rich still neglect, oppress, and exploit the poor. Injustice still dominates most nations and institutions. And most societies are more corrupt and ungodly than ever. God has judged nations and His own people for these sins in the past. And He will do so again. The great book of Amos has forewarned us. Let us all have ears to hear and hearts willing to obey his message. May God richly bless you as you study the timeless message of Amos…..The Christological or Christ-Centered Purpose: like the prophet Joel, Amos does not mention the Messiah or Jesus Christ directly. But the kingdom of Christ is clearly pictured in the promise of Israel\u2019s restoration. Christ is the One who will establish God\u2019s kingdom on earth, an eternal kingdom of peace and prosperity (Amos 9:11\u201315<\/a>; see also\u00a0Mt. 13:41<\/a>;\u00a0Lu. 1:33<\/a>;\u00a0He. 1:8<\/a>;\u00a0Re. 11:15<\/a>). – Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Reflections in Amos – <\/strong>Paul R. Van Gorder<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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During the time of great spiritual decline in Israel, God chose Elijah, an obscure man from the mountains of Gilead, and used him to turn the nation from its idolatry. One hundred fifty years later, Jeroboam II was on the throne. Great prosperity was in Israel, but also great wickedness prevailed. So, God put His hand upon another man of the outdoors, Amos. He was a herdsman of Tekoa, a village located about 5 miles south of Bethlehem. Although he lived in the Southern Kingdom, he prophesied primarily to the Northern Kingdom.<\/p>

This is what he said of himself, \"I am no prophet, neither am I a prophet’s son, but I am an herdsman, and a gatherer of sycamore fruit; and the Lord took me as I followed the flock, and the Lord said unto me, Go, prophesy unto My people, Israel\" (Amos 7:14<\/a>,15<\/a>).\u00a0
Amos had a double-faceted message from God:<\/p>

  1. first, he denounced the sins of Israel;<\/li>
  2. second, Amos looked beyond the sin and judgment and saw the triumph to follow. God will not let sin thwart His purposes.<\/li><\/ol>

    A striking verse of this prophecy sets the theme: \"And the Lord said unto me, Amos, what seest thou? And I said, A plumb line. Then said the Lord, Behold, I will set a plumb line in the midst of My people, Israel\" (Amos 7:8<\/a>). God does not overlook sin.<\/p>

    OUTLINE OF THE BOOK–<\/strong><\/p>

    Predictions of Judgment on Surrounding Peoples (Amos 1:1- 2:3<\/a>)<\/p>

    Predictions of Judgment upon Jerusalem and Judah (Amos 2:4-16<\/a>)<\/p>

    The Sentence of Judgment against the \"House of Jacob\" (Amos 3:1- 9:7<\/a>)<\/p>

    Although Israel, the 10-tribe kingdom, is particularly in view, this foretelling takes in the whole family of Israel. Amos exposes the moral corruption and the apostasy of the people.<\/p>

    Promise of Restoration and Glory (Amos 9:8-15<\/a>)<\/p><\/blockquote>

    The house of Jacob would be preserved, the throne of David restored, and glory given to the kingdom. This will be fulfilled at the second coming of Christ.<\/p>

    AMOS' MESSAGE AGAINST SIN\u00a0(Amos 6:1-8<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>

    Perhaps the greatest reason for the prophet’s condemnation of Israel was that the people were \"at ease.\" They were indolent, sinful, and indifferent to the Lord. All of this was at a time when great unrighteousness marked the nation. It will help if we consider what characterized this unrighteousness.A dependence upon natural things\u00a0(Amos 6:1<\/a>).<\/p>

    In effect, the people of Israel said, \"Look at our fortifications; these very mountains are our bulwarks.\" How often this is the attitude of God’s heavenly people today, the church! We boast about our buildings, our great expenditures of money, our large staff, our growing prestige. But God says, \"Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit\" (Zechariah 4:6<\/a>). God’s work is not dependent upon our natural resources. The apostle Paul declared, \"And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to nothing things that are, that no flesh should glory in His presence\" (1Corinthians 1:28<\/a>,29<\/a>).<\/p>

    A false optimism\u00a0(Am<\/a><\/strong>os 6:3<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>

    The prophets would often draw attention to coming calamities. But the people would say, \"The evil day is far off; it will not come in our generation.\" The attitude today parallels that of Amos' time. We are slow to accept what the Scripture explicitly declares– that perilous times are ahead, that a religion will arise without power, that a departure from the faith will occur, and that Christians will reject sound doctrine. Yes, a false optimism prevails today, in spite of the clear teaching of the Word of God.<\/p>

    They lived in luxury\u00a0(Amos 6:4<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>

    The people were self-sufficient and had forgotten their need for God. High living characterized the lifestyle of Israel. And Jesus observed during His earthly ministry, \"So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God\" (Luke 12:21<\/a>). [cp.\u00a0Rev 3:17<\/a>]

    The were absorbed in the culture of music\u00a0(Amos 6:5<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>

    \"That chant to the sound of the harp, and invent to themselves instruments of music.\" What a marvelous gift music is! But sin has spoiled it, and the curse is clearly evident in that realm of human activity. All creation was once in tune in the major mode. The morning stars sang together. One day, this major mode will return, and the trees will burst forth in music. But Israel’s music appealed to the flesh; it was sensual. The people said, in so many words, \"Our music must be all right; it is just like David’s.\"<\/p>

    A SURVEY OF THE BOOK–<\/strong><\/p>

    The Holy Spirit, through the prophet Amos, announced a series of judgments upon seven nations (chapters 1,2). This was followed by three searching messages to Israel, each beginning with the phrase, \"Hear this Word\" (3:1;\u00a04:1;\u00a05:1).<\/p>

    Amos reminded the Jews of their unique privileges, that they only, of all the families of the earth, have been known by God. But privilege always entails responsibility: \"…therefore, I will punish you for all your iniquities\" (3:2). The remainder of chapter 3 spells out this fact.<\/p>

    The next message is directed toward their sins, especially the insincerity of their formal religious ceremonies at Bethel and Gilgal (chapter 4).<\/p>

    Amos' third message was an exhortation to turn to the Lord, for he was predicting the overthrow of the kingdom, and the captivity (chapters 4,5).<\/p>

    These messages were followed be a series of five visions, culminating with a view of the Lord standing upon the altar, ready to strike destruction with His own hand (chapters 7-9).<\/p>

    THE PROPHETIC MESSAGE–<\/strong><\/p>

    Looking beyond the captivity of Israel and their restoration to the land, Amos described that glorious era when Christ will come the second time.<\/p>

    Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the treader of grapes him that soweth seed; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and the hills shall melt.
    And I will bring again the captivity of My people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink their wine; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them.
    And I will plant them upon their land, and they shall no more be pulled up out of their land which I have given them, saith the Lord, thy God. (    Amos 9:13-15<\/a>)<\/p>

    The apostle James quoted a part of this passage and revealed the divine purpose. God is now visiting the Gentiles \"to take out of them a people for His name.\" Read the account in\u00a0Acts 15:13-18<\/a>. After the church has been called out (not the conversion of all Gentiles, but only the gathering out of an elect number), Christ will return. He will \"build again the tabernacle of David, which is fallen down\" (Acts 15:16<\/a>). This He will do, restoring Israel to their Land so \"that the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all nations\" (Acts 15:17<\/a>).<\/p>

    In the prophecy of Amos, as in the other books of the Old Testament, God’s Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, is reflected in His glory and power.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Lorem fistrum por la gloria de mi madre esse jarl aliqua llevame al sircoo. De la pradera ullamco qu\u00e9 dise usteer est\u00e1 la cosa muy malar.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Comentarios, Ilustraciones, Notas y Sermones sobre Amos.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>

    Tenga cuidado (\u00a0Hechos 17:11<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0nota<\/a> ): Algunos de estos no siempre interpretan las Escrituras Literalmente<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Barnes Notes<\/div>