Amos's message was radical and uncomfortable. People could not see how his proclamation of judgement tied in with their status as God's chosen people. Surely if God chose them and led them out of Egypt he would continue to take care of them? Amos had to challenge some of the complacency produced by such theology.
Message Points:
- The Dangers of Privilege
- The Lion's Roar
Application & Response:
- Think about the privilege in your own life. This could be spiritual, educational, financial or social privilege. What effect has this had on the way you look at the world and the way you relate to people?
- Have you ever encountered people who find it hard to believe a spiritual truth or insight? How do you approach such people?
- Do you think it is possible that you yourself have ever been in a similar position (faced with a spiritual truth that you find hard to believe)?