Over the last few weeks we have learned so much about God and the Gospel from the book of Amos.

Here is a quick overview:

God is the loving  and sovereign ruler over His creation

• He is the Lord of Hosts
• He is Lord God (Master Yahweh)
  • He rules over the nations
  • He rules over nature (His creation)

Everyone is accountable to God for how they live their life

• In obedience – blessings
• In disobedience – judgment
• He is righteous, just, and consistent

Privilege carries responsibility

• They were the chosen people (nation)  yet did what was right in their own eyes
• We are the chosen people (church) yet do what is right in our own eyes
• We cannot take His grace for granted
• When much is given…much is expected

Worship not focused on God is hypocrisy

• Is worship for me
• Is worship to Him

Riches, power, and prosperity can give us a false sense of hope

• If things are good for me, then God must be good with it
• Payday some day

When God speaks to our heart we must respond

• Do we need to repent – hear, obey, turn from you sin
• Do we need to trust – hear, obey, and follow
  • Both require action

The story never changes…God judges the nation, but promises a remnant

• God judged Adam and Eve in the garden, but proclaimed a redeemer (Gen. 3:15)
• There was always a remnant in God’s plan
• The cross was always in sight
• We already have a Savior, but will not totally embrace His Lordship until later