Amos - Introduction

Amos was a shepherd whom God called to be a prophet to the Northern nation of Israel 1:1, 7:14-15. He exposed the sins of pride and arrogance of the people who had forsaken the Lord their God  6:8. His call to repentance went unheeded and the judgment of the Lord was foretold. Even though the people would suffer the judgment of God, yet the Lord had a purpose and a future planned for this nation. A similar theme stated by other of God's prophets. Amos actually came before Hosea during the years 760-750 BC.

Theme: Israel's Coming Judgment

Key Verses: 4:12, 5:14-15, 24

Suggested outline:

I.   Judgment on the Nations, including Israel 1-2
II.  Messages Against Israel and a Call to Repentance 3-6
III. Visions which Amos Saw  about Israel 7-9:10
IV.  Future Hope for Israel  9:11-15