It will be like a man who flees from a lion, only to encounter a bear, or who enters his house and rests his hand against the wall, only to be bitten by a snake. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Amos 5:19? 2. How does Amos 5:19 illustrate the consequences of ignoring God's warnings? 3. What does "fled from a lion" symbolize in Amos 5:19? 4. How can Amos 5:19 guide us in discerning false security in life? 5. Connect Amos 5:19 with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God's guidance. 6. How can we apply Amos 5:19 to avoid spiritual complacency today? 7. What is the historical context of Amos 5:19? 8. How does Amos 5:19 reflect God's judgment? 9. What is the symbolic meaning of the lion and bear in Amos 5:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 5? 11. What are the key themes in the Book of Amos? 12. Who is Angel Ariel? 13. Psalm 91:13 states believers will trample on lions and snakes; is this to be taken literally, and if so, why does no historical record confirm such extraordinary feats? 14. In Daniel 7:2-7, each beast represents a different kingdom--how can we verify these symbolic empires through reliable archaeological or historical records? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of fleeing from a lion only to encounter a bear illustrate the nature of God's judgment?2. In what ways do people today seek false security, and how can we ensure our security is in God alone? 3. How can we prepare ourselves to avoid being caught off guard by God's judgment, as illustrated by the snake bite in the house? 4. What role do modern-day "prophets" or spiritual leaders play in calling us to repentance, and how can we discern their messages? 5. How can we apply the lessons from Amos 5:19 to our personal lives and communities to foster a culture of righteousness and justice?1. What does the lament over Israel's fall in Amos 5:1-3 teach us about the consequences of continuous disobedience to God? 2. Based on Amos 5:4-9, how can we earnestly "seek the Lord" in our lives today? 3. Reflect on the societal injustices highlighted in Amos 5:10-15. How do these parallels exist in today's society and what can we do to uphold justice? 4. How does the warning about the Day of the Lord in Amos 5:16-20 apply to our understanding of God’s judgement and mercy? 5. Considering the comparison between rituals and righteousness in Amos 5:21-27, how can we ensure our worship is genuine and not merely ritualistic? 6. Why is the theme of repentance prevalent in the prophetic books of the Old Testament like Amos? How is it relevant in today's context? 7. What lessons can the modern church learn from the false worship described in Amos 5? 8. How does the critique of social injustice in Amos 5 impact our understanding of God's desire for societal fairness? 9. What does Amos 5 teach us about God's response to insincere worship? 10. Amos 5 demonstrates the consequences of a nation's collective disobedience to God. How can we as individuals and as a community contribute to the spiritual health of our nation? 11. What personal changes can we make in light of the lessons from Amos 5? 12. How can we apply the call for justice and righteousness in our everyday interactions with others? 13. How does Amos 5 challenge your understanding of what it means to lead a life pleasing to God? 14. Discuss ways in which we can discern true worship from false worship in our current cultural and social context. 15. Amos 5 highlights the importance of a genuine relationship with God over rituals. How can this understanding transform our personal and communal worship? 16. How can we ensure we are not falling into the trap of idolatry in today's society, considering the modern "idols" we may face? 17. Discuss the importance of individual and collective repentance in the face of societal sin. 18. Based on Amos 5:15, how can we “hate evil, love good, and establish justice in the gate” in our personal lives and communities? 19. How can the prophetic warnings in Amos 5 serve as a guide for righteous living? 20. How does Amos 5 deepen your understanding of God's desire for us to be agents of justice and righteousness? Links Amos 5:19 NIVAmos 5:19 NLT Amos 5:19 ESV Amos 5:19 NASB Amos 5:19 KJV Amos 5:19 Commentaries Bible Hub |



