Study Questions — Amos 4

4 questions

1. How does the repeated phrase 'yet you did not return to me' in Amos 4 challenge you to reflect on your own responsiveness to God's discipline?

   Thematic focusRepentance and responsiveness to God's discipline.

   Taking it further

   Encourages the reader to examine areas in their life where they may be ignoring God's call to return to Him and to seek a heart of repentance.

   Key verses

   • Amos 4:6, Amos 4:8, Amos 4:9, Amos 4:10, Amos 4:11

   • #Repentance
   • #Discipline
   • #ReturnToGod

2. In what ways can the description of the 'cows of Bashan' serve as a warning against complacency and self-indulgence in your own life?

   Thematic focusComplacency and self-indulgence.

   Taking it further

   Challenges the reader to identify areas of excess or neglect in their life and to pursue a lifestyle that honors God and serves others.

   Key verses

   • Amos 4:1-3

   • #Complacency
   • #SelfIndulgence
   • #Service

3. How does the call to 'prepare to meet your God' in Amos 4:12 inspire you to live with a sense of urgency and readiness for God's presence?

   Thematic focusReadiness and urgency in spiritual life.

   Taking it further

   Encourages the reader to live each day with an awareness of God's presence and to prioritize spiritual readiness and obedience.

   Key verses

   • Amos 4:12

   • #Readiness
   • #Urgency
   • #GodsPresence

4. What does the depiction of God's power over creation in Amos 4:13 reveal about His sovereignty and how does this influence your trust in Him?

   Thematic focusGod's sovereignty and power.

   Taking it further

   Invites the reader to deepen their trust in God's control over all things and to find peace in His sovereign will.

   Key verses

   • Amos 4:13

   • #Sovereignty
   • #Trust
   • #GodsPower

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