They trample on the heads of the poor as on the dust of the earth; they push the needy out of their way. A man and his father have relations with the same girl and so profane My holy name. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Amos 2:7? 2. How does Amos 2:7 highlight the importance of justice in our communities? 3. What actions in Amos 2:7 are condemned, and why are they offensive to God? 4. How can we ensure we do not "trample on the heads of the poor"? 5. In what ways does Amos 2:7 connect to Jesus' teachings on loving others? 6. How can we apply Amos 2:7 to advocate for the marginalized today? 7. How does Amos 2:7 address social justice and oppression? 8. What historical context influenced the message in Amos 2:7? 9. How does Amos 2:7 reflect God's view on moral corruption? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 2? 11. (Amos 2:6-7) Are there any historical records supporting the accusation that Israel sold the righteous for silver? 12. Why does the Bible say humans were created from dust (Genesis 2:7) when science shows we evolved from earlier life forms? 13. How can Genesis 2:7 align with modern science, claiming that God formed man from dust? 14. Do 2 Kings 13:7's figures of 50 horsemen and 10 chariots conflict with known military realities, or is there supporting archaeological evidence? Discussion Questions 1. How does the treatment of the poor and oppressed in Amos 2:7 reflect the broader societal issues in Israel, and what parallels can we draw to today's society?2. In what ways does the sexual immorality described in this verse profane God's holy name, and how can we guard against similar actions in our own lives? 3. How do the themes of justice and righteousness in Amos 2:7 connect with the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament? 4. What practical steps can we take as individuals and as a church to advocate for justice and support the oppressed in our communities? 5. Reflect on a time when you witnessed or experienced injustice. How can the message of Amos 2:7 inspire you to respond in a way that honors God?1. How does God's judgment on Moab, Judah, and Israel in Amos 2 inform your understanding of His character? 2. Why does God hold these nations accountable for their actions? 3. How does the theme of social injustice play out in this chapter, and what modern parallels can you draw? 4. How do the sins of Judah and Israel differ, and why might their punishments be different? 5. What specific sins does God highlight in this chapter, and why? 6. How does God's call for repentance manifest itself in this chapter? 7. How can you apply the lessons from Amos 2 in your daily life? 8. If you were living in Israel during this time, how would you have reacted to Amos's prophecy? 9. How do these prophecies relate to the broader message of the book of Amos? 10. How does the selling of the righteous for silver and the needy for a pair of sandals (verse 6) apply to modern forms of social injustice? 11. How should Christians respond to social injustice today based on the teachings in Amos 2? 12. How do the sins described in Amos 2 continue to manifest in our world today? 13. In what ways are you challenged to respond to the issues raised in Amos 2? 14. How might you have acted differently if you were a citizen of Judah or Israel? 15. How does Amos 2 influence your understanding of God's sovereignty? 16. How does this chapter reshape your perspective on the importance of living a righteous life? 17. If God were to send an Amos to our world today, what issues might He address? 18. How does the prophecy of Amos relate to the modern concept of accountability? 19. What are some practical steps we can take to avoid the sins that led to God's judgment on Moab, Judah, and Israel? 20. Based on Amos 2, how should we react when we see injustice, and what role does faith play in that reaction? Links Amos 2:7 NIVAmos 2:7 NLT Amos 2:7 ESV Amos 2:7 NASB Amos 2:7 KJV Amos 2:7 Commentaries Bible Hub |



