1. What is the meaning of Amos 1:6?

2. What does Amos 1:6 reveal about God's judgment on nations for their sins?

3. How can we apply the lesson of divine justice from Amos 1:6 today?

4. What parallels exist between Amos 1:6 and God's judgment in other Scriptures?

5. How does Amos 1:6 challenge us to address injustices in our communities?

6. What does "three transgressions...and for four" signify about God's patience and limits?

7. What is the historical context of Amos 1:6 regarding Gaza's transgressions?

8. How does Amos 1:6 reflect God's judgment on nations?

9. What does "three transgressions, even four" signify in Amos 1:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 1?

11. (Amos 1:6–7) Does any archaeological data confirm Gaza’s destruction as foretold, or does the lack of evidence question the prophecy’s reliability?

12. What are the key themes in the Book of Amos?

13. Zephaniah 2:4 references the destruction of Gaza and Ashkelon; what archaeological or historical evidence supports such a cataclysmic event?

14. How does Ezekiel 25:15–17’s pronouncement against the Philistines compare with other biblical and extra-biblical accounts of their demise? 1. What does the repeated phrase "for three transgressions, even for four" suggest about God's view of sin and justice?

2. How does the judgment against Gaza relate to modern issues of human trafficking and exploitation?

3. In what ways can we, as individuals and communities, ensure we are not complicit in injustices similar to those of Gaza?

4. How does understanding the historical context of Edom's relationship with Israel enhance our interpretation of this passage?

5. What role do prophets like Amos play in today's world, and how can we apply their messages to contemporary issues of justice and righteousness?1. Reflect on the significance of Amos' occupation as a shepherd. How might this have influenced his prophetic ministry?

2. What can we learn from God's judgment on Damascus for their brutality? How does this apply to our world today?

3. Consider the prophecy against Gaza for slave trading. How does this ancient condemnation of human trafficking apply to the modern world's fight against this issue?

4. Tyre broke a covenant and received judgment. How does this resonate with the importance of maintaining trust and agreements in our relationships?

5. What lessons can we draw from God's punishment on Edom for holding a grudge against its kin, Israel?

6. Reflect on the prophecy against Ammon for its cruelty in wartime. How can we apply this to modern concepts of ethics in warfare?

7. In what ways do the prophecies of Amos 1 challenge your perception of God's character?

8. How does Amos 1 illustrate the seriousness of social injustice in God's eyes?

9. How can we apply the message of God's impartial judgment to our lives today?

10. What implications does Amos 1 have for nations and their leaders today?

11. How does Amos 1 illustrate the consequences of long-term, unrepented sin?

12. How can the prophecies of Amos 1 help us to understand the relationship between sin, repentance, and divine justice?

13. How does the theme of God's sovereignty emerge in Amos 1?

14. Amos was not a professional prophet, yet God used him powerfully. What does this teach us about God's calling in our lives?

15. How can we personally respond to the issues of injustice highlighted in Amos 1?

16. How can the prophecies against these cities in Amos 1 encourage us to advocate for justice in our own communities?

17. God used a shepherd/farmer to deliver a strong message. How does this challenge societal expectations of who can be used by God?

18. What steps can we take to ensure that we are not perpetuating the sins of these nations in our own lives?

19. What would you have done if you were in Amos' position, given the task to prophesy against these nations?

20. How does the chapter inspire you to promote justice and love in your everyday life?

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