Scripture Reading: Amos 5:4-27, Jeremiah 22:3, Philippians 4:8-9
This Is the Old Testament is part of a twelve-week thematic overview of the entire Bible. Each day we’ll read a thematic selection from a different book or two of the Bible, along with supplemental passages that show how the theme of that day’s main reading is found throughout Scripture. We’ll also read a brief summary of each book and a reflection on how the book fits into the larger story of Scripture. This week, we’ll continue looking at the Minor Prophets.
The Book of Amos: The book of Amos uses poetic verse, in the form of oracles and visions, to proclaim God’s justice and judgment against Israel and especially its capital city, Samaria.
How Amos Fits Into the Story: By proclaiming justice against Israel and its capital city of Samaria, the book of Amos reminds us of the sovereignty of God and His involvement with His people. Amos emphasizes the coming Day of the Lord, a day when all people will be held accountable, while also boasting in the hope and glory of Christ’s return.
Reflection Questions:
1. Reflect on what today’s three passages say about the difference between good and evil. What is God’s reaction to what He hates? How does your own reaction to sin compare with His?
2. How does today’s reading shape your understanding of the story of redemption?
Take time to reflect on your responses and share what you are learning with others in the community in the comments.
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Amen! Seek the Lord and live! Thank you to our sisters who are digging deep into the daily Scripture reading! When I searched the word “seeking” it suggested the words “depth” and “frequency”. How often are we seeking Him and how deeply? This verse is an incredible and welcome challenge for me today! ❤️Hannah C
Seek the Lord and live. If our eyes were focused on the Lord then we would be able to focus on sharing the Word with others. And not focus, on all these man made troubles of the world.
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I love Phillipians, 4 especially! And these verses are just what the doctor ordered this morning!
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’tis true, there is no other way to be, these verses truly bring you back to a place of kindness and love, GOD’S love!
GOD, truly and with falter loves us, and His desire is that we live in love with each other, to the best of our ability, we will not always get it right..
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BUT GOD..
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HE gives us new days to get it right..
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Whatever is true.. Speak truth, be true, know truth, one, a great start..
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Whatever is honourable.. Be honest, live worthy of high respect, have strong moral principles..
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Whatever is just.. do what is right and proper, behave well..
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Whatever is pure.. live life undiluted, don’t water down the morals, and for sure stay clean and wholesome in the LORD.
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Whatever is lovely.. Be a delight, bring warmth to any situation and be generous, no necessarily monetary, but your time and love.. I agree, may not be easy, sometimes.. BUT GOD, never stops..right?
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Whatever is commendable.. Be that person, deserving of praise, not for you but for His Glory.. may your behaviour and actions always show a strong moral, GOD lead character..
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Live like this, even if you slip from time to time, the peace of GOD, will be with you..
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AMEN..
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Happiest of Mondays, dear hearts. Praying it is well with you and praying GODS best over each of you in your circumstances..
Much love, as always covered in prayers as requested or otherwise..
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Tina x❤️
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