Amos, 6

Commentary

Amos 6 is a prophetic warning to the people of Israel, who have become complacent and comfortable in their wealth and privilege. The Lord is calling them to repentance, warning them of the consequences of their pride and arrogance. The Lord begins by reminding the people of their past victories and how they have become complacent in their success. He warns them that their pride will lead to their downfall, and that they will be brought low if they do not repent. The Lord then goes on to describe the coming judgment that will befall the people if they do not turn from their wickedness. He speaks of a great famine, a plague of locusts, and a great earthquake that will bring destruction and death. The Lord then calls on the people to humble themselves and seek his mercy. He promises that if they do, he will restore them and bring them back to their former glory. The message of Amos 6 is clear: the Lord is calling the people of Israel to repentance and warning them of the consequences of their pride and arrogance. If they do not turn from their wickedness, they will suffer greatly. But if they humble themselves and seek the Lord's mercy, he will restore them and bring them back to their former glory.

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