UNDERSTANDING AMOS | BLUEPRINT

0. Introduction

a) The Bible Book Introductions are divided into 4 parts (Overview, Vital Statistics, Blueprint, Mega-themes) for easy-to-understand.

1. Blueprint

@1. Announcement of judgment (1:1-2:16)

@2. Reasons for judgment (3:1-6:14)

@3. Visions of judgment (7:1-9:15)

a) Amos speaks with brutal frankness in denouncing sin. He collided with the false religious leaders of his day and was not intimidated by priest or king. He continued to speak his message boldly, God requires truth and goodness, justice and righteousness, from all people and nations today as well. Many of the conditions in Israel during Amos's time are evident in today's societies. Amos's courage to ignore danger and stand against sin.