◄ Amos 4:6 ►
"I beset all your cities with cleanness of teeth and all your towns with lack of bread, yet you did not return to Me," declares the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Amos 4:6? 2. How does Amos 4:6 illustrate God's use of discipline to encourage repentance? 3. What does "cleanness of teeth" symbolize in Amos 4:6, and why? 4. How can we recognize God's warnings in our lives, as seen in Amos 4:6? 5. What other biblical examples show God withholding blessings to prompt repentance? 6. How should we respond when experiencing God's discipline, according to Amos 4:6? 7. What does Amos 4:6 reveal about God's methods of discipline? 8. How does Amos 4:6 reflect God's relationship with Israel? 9. Why did God choose famine as a warning in Amos 4:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Amos 4? 11. What foods are mentioned in the Bible? 12. How should we treat the poor among us? 13. In Jeremiah 26:7–9, could Jeremiah’s prophecy have been exaggerated or misunderstood, given the intense reaction of the people? 14. Jeremiah 11:6–8: Why would a just and loving deity repeatedly punish His people for sins He knows they will keep committing? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of "cleanness of teeth" in Amos 4:6 relate to spiritual hunger in your own life? 2. In what ways can you identify God's discipline in your life, and how should you respond to it? 3. Compare the call to repentance in Amos 4:6 with the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15. What similarities and differences do you observe? 4. How does understanding God's covenant faithfulness encourage you to return to Him in times of disobedience? 5. Reflect on a time when you ignored God's warnings. What steps can you take to be more responsive to His guidance in the future? Amos 4 Bible Study Questions 1. Why does Amos refer to the women of Samaria as "cows of Bashan"? 2. What does this metaphor imply about their behavior and lifestyle? 3. How can wealth and comfort lead to oppression and complacency in our modern society? 4. What are the potential dangers of religious rituals without genuine righteousness? 5. Why do you think the Israelites ignored God's warnings despite the calamities they faced? 6. How does God attempt to bring us back to Him during our times of straying? 7. How does Amos 4 challenge our understanding of God's character and His approach towards sin? 8. How does God's judgment serve as a sign of His love and mercy? 9. In what ways can we avoid the trap of hollow religiosity in our lives today? 10. How can we ensure that our religious practices align with God's desire for justice and righteousness? 11. What does the phrase "prepare to meet your God" mean to you personally? 12. How can we prepare ourselves daily to meet our God? 13. How does Amos's message relate to the New Testament teachings about repentance and transformation? 14. Can you identify any parallels between the spiritual condition of Israel and that of the modern church? 15. How can we promote social justice in our communities in line with Amos's prophetic message? 16. How should the warnings and judgments in Amos 4 impact our personal lives? 17. What steps can we take to become more receptive to God’s warnings and teachings? 18. How can we apply the lessons from Amos 4 to our daily decision-making? 19. How can the message of Amos 4 inspire us to reflect on our spiritual walk with God? 20. If you were in the position of the Israelites, what steps would you take to change the course of your actions after hearing Amos's prophecy? Links Amos 4:6 NIV Amos 4:6 NLT Amos 4:6 ESV Amos 4:6 NASB Amos 4:6 KJV Amos 4:6 Commentaries Bible Hub