Amos 7:4
This is what the Lord GOD showed me: The Lord GOD was calling for judgment by fire. It consumed the great deep and devoured the land.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Amos 7:4?

2. How does Amos 7:4 illustrate God's judgment and mercy balance in our lives?

3. What does "the Lord GOD called for a judgment by fire" teach us?

4. How can we prepare spiritually for God's judgment as seen in Amos 7:4?

5. Connect Amos 7:4 with other biblical instances of divine judgment by fire.

6. How should Amos 7:4 influence our prayer life and intercession for others?

7. What does Amos 7:4 reveal about God's judgment and mercy?

8. How does the imagery in Amos 7:4 reflect God's power over nature?

9. What historical context is necessary to understand Amos 7:4?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 7?

11. What symbols convey themes in the Book of Amos?

12. Amos 4:11 - How accurate is the parallel between Israel's downfall and God's earlier destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah?

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 distinguishes 'LORD God' from 'Lord GOD'?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the vision of judgment by fire in Amos 7:4 reflect God's character and His response to sin?

2. In what ways can the symbolism of fire in the Bible serve as a warning and a call to repentance in our lives today?

3. How does Amos's role as a prophet and intercessor challenge us to pray for our communities and nations?

4. What parallels can you draw between the judgment described in Amos 7:4 and other biblical accounts of divine judgment?

5. How can understanding God's sovereignty and justice in judgment influence our daily walk with Him and our interactions with others?1. How does Amos 7 challenge your understanding of the relationship between divine judgment and mercy?

2. How does Amos' intercession for Israel reflect his character and role as a prophet?

3. What does the vision of the plumb line symbolize and why is it significant?

4. How did Amaziah respond to Amos' prophecies, and what does it reveal about him?

5. How does Amos defend his prophetic mission to Amaziah?

6. What can we learn from Amos' response to confrontation?

7. How do you handle criticism or opposition in your spiritual journey?

8. What is the role of courage in fulfilling God's calling?

9. Can you identify a situation where you pleaded for divine intervention like Amos?

10. What aspects of Amos 7 can you apply to your understanding of current world events?

11. How do the visions in Amos 7 challenge you to confront sin and injustice in your community?

12. How would you respond to being accused of conspiracy for speaking truth, as Amos was by Amaziah?

13. How does Amos 7 affect your perspective on the responsibility of religious leaders?

14. How might you stand firm in your faith in face of societal or religious opposition?

15. What does this chapter teach us about the consequences of disobeying God's word?

16. How do you interpret the prophecy against Amaziah and his family?

17. What does Amos 7 teach us about the impact of our actions on our community and our families?

18. How would you handle a situation where your message of truth is rejected?

19. What does Amos 7 teach us about the balance between prophecy and intercession?

20. How does the courage of Amos inspire you in your own spiritual walk?

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