Passage
Amos 3:1-15 (ESV)
Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
Acts 8:26-40
Key Verse: 8:35
God's Judgment Compels Us to Speak
Date: Aug. 18, 2014
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 3:8
First, God's people will have to answer (1-8).
Soon the city would be laid waste. It would happen for a reason. Whatever happens has a cause. In this case, the Lord allowed judgment to happen because of unrepentant sins. In light of this upcoming judgment, Amos was called to speak the difficult message of repentance. He was compelled. For when the Lord speaks, who can but prophesy?
Second, Samaria faced God's judgment (9-15).
God proclaimed judgment on Samaria. Jeroboam I introduced idol worship that led the hearts of the people astray. The lifestyles of the rich oppressed the poor. Unless Samaria repented they would face judgment. The King of Assyria would empty the palaces in Israel of their ill-gotten riches. The few people left would be like a piece of an ear from a sheep taken from the mouth of ravaging lion. We must take heed, repent of our sins and draw near to the Lord right now, for today is the day of salvation. He is waiting to restore our hearts.
Prayer: Lord, help us to hear your clear warnings and draw near to you for salvation. Help us to listen to your words of life and chart a new course.
One Word: The Lord has spoken; we must speak
