Amos 6:7
Therefore, you will now go into exile as the first of the captives, and your feasting and lounging will come to an end.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Amos 6:7?

2. How does Amos 6:7 warn against complacency in our spiritual lives today?

3. What consequences does Amos 6:7 describe for those living in luxury and ignoring God?

4. How can we apply the lessons of Amos 6:7 to modern-day materialism?

5. What other scriptures emphasize the dangers of pride and self-indulgence like Amos 6:7?

6. How can we ensure our priorities align with God's will, avoiding Amos 6:7's fate?

7. What does Amos 6:7 reveal about God's judgment on complacency and luxury?

8. How does Amos 6:7 challenge our understanding of divine justice?

9. What historical context is essential for interpreting Amos 6:7?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 6?

11. What are the key themes of the Minor Prophets?

12. In Ezra 9:7, how does the stated timeline of guilt leading to captivity compare with historical accounts of Persian policies regarding exiles?

13. Amos 7:3, 6 - If God is 'unchanging,' why does He appear to change His decision in answer to Amos's plea?

14. What is the publication date of Ezra?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the historical context of Amos' prophecy enhance our understanding of the message in Amos 6:7?

2. In what ways can modern Christians become complacent in their faith, and how can we guard against this?

3. How does the theme of exile in Amos 6:7 relate to the broader biblical account of sin and redemption?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that we are living justly and righteously in our communities?

5. How can the warnings in Amos 6:7 and related scriptures inform our understanding of God's character and His expectations for His people?1. How does Amos 6 illustrate the danger of complacency and materialistic living?

2. How can we, in our modern lives, become complacent like those in Zion and Samaria?

3. What are some examples of modern 'beds of ivory' and 'bowls of wine' we should beware of?

4. What does it mean to "grieve over the ruin of Joseph"? How does this apply to our attitude toward social injustices today?

5. How does God respond to the complacency and self-indulgence of the people of Israel in Amos 6?

6. In verses 1-3, what are the cities mentioned and why do you think they were referenced?

7. In what ways does our society reflect the conditions that Amos 6 warned against?

8. How can we combat complacency in our personal spiritual life and within our communities?

9. What lessons can we learn from the downfall of the people described in Amos 6?

10. How do the warnings in Amos 6 relate to the New Testament teachings of Jesus?

11. How can we use the messages in Amos 6 to evaluate our own lifestyle and choices?

12. Amos 6 focuses on social injustice. What are some ways we can take action against social injustices today?

13. How does God's judgment in Amos 6 show His character and expectations for His people?

14. How can we keep ourselves from becoming complacent or self-indulgent in our spiritual lives?

15. How can we apply the lessons from Amos 6 to our own societies, especially concerning wealth and comfort?

16. In what ways can we show grief over the “ruin of Joseph” in our present day?

17. How can we make sure that our comfort doesn't blind us to the needs of those around us?

18. In what ways might we be contributing to societal complacency and what changes can we make?

19. How can we avoid the judgments that came upon Israel due to their ignorance of God's warnings?

20. What steps can we take to ensure that we're not only focusing on our own comfort but are also caring for others in our community?

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