As a pastor I try to be creative in teaching my
deacons how to be ready to give an answer for the
hope that is in us, but I am not the most tidy leader.
One of my deacons was trying to invite a man
to our church to experience Jesus. The man refuse
saying that he didn’t have much … More
Hope
The prophet Amos closes his book on a note of hope, describing a rebirth for the nation of Israel (vv. 11-15). God had promised to judge His people, but He did not intend to destroy them. In the future He would “restore David’s fallen tent,” “repair its broken places,” “restore its ruins,” and “build it as it used to be” (v. 11). The mention of David implies a reunification with the southern kingdom, and it also brings to mind Jesus, the son of David, the Messiah. This time of blessing will be not only for Israel, but also for Edom and all the nations who are called by God’s name. This might seem impossible, but the Lord says He will do this (v. 12).
Amos predicted a time of unparalleled prosperity for Israel in their own land. He foresaw a harvest so abundant that “the reaper will be overtaken by the plowman and the planter by the one treading grapes” (v. 13). Normally the plowman worked in October and November and the reaper in March or April. In the future the harvest will be so great the reaper will not finish before the plowman begins.
The destruction message of (Amos 5:11) stands in contrast to the restoration message of (v. 14). In the future, Israelites will be able to plant vineyards and drink the wine they produce themselves. They will plant gardens and be able to eat the produce. Amos says the restoration of Israel is complete and permanent. God’s judgments have a redemptive purpose in His people. God will plant them in their land, and they will never again be uprooted (v. 15).
Application
Since I was saved Christ has brought many changes into my life. Where I once had no purpose, He has brought new life and real purpose. I thank Him for His transforming work in my life.
Amos 9:11-15 (English Standard Version)
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Restoration of Israel
Amos 9:11–15
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As a pastor I try to be creative in teaching my deacons how to be ready to give an answer for the hope that is in us, but I am not the most tidy leader. One of my deacons was trying to invite a man to our church to experience Jesus. The man refuse saying that he didn’t have much … More
The prophet Amos closes his book on a note of hope, describing a rebirth for the nation of Israel (vv. 11-15). God had promised to judge His people, but He did not intend to destroy them. In the future He would “restore David’s fallen tent,” “repair its broken places,” “restore its ruins,” and “build it as it used to be” (v. 11). The mention of David implies a reunification with the southern kingdom, and it also brings to mind Jesus, the son of David, the Messiah. This time of blessing will be not only for Israel, but also for Edom and all the nations who are called by God’s name. This might seem impossible, but the Lord says He will do this (v. 12).
Amos predicted a time of unparalleled prosperity for Israel in their own land. He foresaw a harvest so abundant that “the reaper will be overtaken by the plowman and the planter by the one treading grapes” (v. 13). Normally the plowman worked in October and November and the reaper in March or April. In the future the harvest will be so great the reaper will not finish before the plowman begins.
The destruction message of (Amos 5:11) stands in contrast to the restoration message of (v. 14). In the future, Israelites will be able to plant vineyards and drink the wine they produce themselves. They will plant gardens and be able to eat the produce. Amos says the restoration of Israel is complete and permanent. God’s judgments have a redemptive purpose in His people. God will plant them in their land, and they will never again be uprooted (v. 15).
Application
Since I was saved Christ has brought many changes into my life. Where I once had no purpose, He has brought new life and real purpose. I thank Him for His transforming work in my life.
Amos 9:11-15 (English Standard Version)
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