1. What is the meaning of Amos 8:5?

2. How does Amos 8:5 highlight the importance of honest business practices today?

3. What does "making the ephah small and the shekel large" signify in Amos 8:5?

4. How can we guard against greed as warned in Amos 8:5?

5. Which other Scriptures address the issue of dishonest gain like Amos 8:5?

6. How can Christians ensure fairness in their financial dealings, reflecting Amos 8:5?

7. What does Amos 8:5 reveal about the Israelites' attitude towards religious observance and commerce?

8. How does Amos 8:5 reflect the moral and ethical decline in Israelite society?

9. What historical context led to the practices condemned in Amos 8:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 8?

11. Proverbs 20:10 condemns dishonest scales—what historical or archaeological evidence challenges or supports the accuracy of such transactions in ancient times?

12. How do we reconcile the timing of the New Moon feast in 1 Samuel 20:5 with other Old Testament passages referencing similar observances?

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

14. What is the Bible's perspective on the stock market?1. How does the attitude of the merchants in Amos 8:5 reflect a misunderstanding of the purpose of the New Moon and Sabbath?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our business practices align with biblical principles of honesty and fairness?

3. How can we apply the principles of social justice found in Amos to our modern context?

4. What are some practical ways to honor the Sabbath in today's fast-paced world?

5. How can we guard against the temptation to prioritize material gain over spiritual growth and integrity?1. How does the vision of the ripe summer fruit symbolize the impending judgement of Israel?

2. What specific societal injustices and corrupt practices were prevalent in Israel, as described in this chapter?

3. How does God respond to economic exploitation and dishonest trade?

4. How is the severity of the impending judgment described? What does this tell us about the consequences of sin?

5. What does the prophecy of the "famine of hearing the words of the Lord" symbolize?

6. How does this chapter reflect on the moral and spiritual health of society today?

7. In what ways are you challenged to stand against injustice and corruption in your own context after reading this chapter?

8. How can we ensure that we do not fall into the same spiritual complacency as the people of Israel did?

9. How does the prospect of a "famine of the word" make you value the access you currently have to the Bible and teachings about God?

10. In your own life, how have you experienced or witnessed economic exploitation, and what can be done to combat it?

11. How can we apply the lessons of this prophecy to our personal lives and society at large?

12. What does the mourning "like for an only son" tell us about the emotional toll of the impending judgement?

13. How can we respond to the warning in this chapter about false worship and swearing by false gods?

14. How does this chapter challenge your current practice of your faith?

15. How does this chapter emphasize the importance of honesty and fairness in business dealings?

16. What steps can we take to avoid a spiritual "famine" in our lives?

17. How do the concepts of justice and fairness in Amos 8 inform your understanding of God's character?

18. In what ways does this chapter challenge the status quo and provoke you to take action?

19. What role can you play in promoting justice in your community, based on the lessons from this chapter?

20. How does Amos 8 affect your understanding of the consequences of spiritual decay and societal injustice?

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