Amos the Prophet

The words of Amos, who was among the sheepherders from Tekoa, which he envisioned in visions concerning Israel in the days of Uzziah king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam son of Joash, king of Israel, two years before the earthquake. Amos 1:1

Amos was given a vision by the Holy Spirit to guide him as to what to tell the people of Israel  and of the neighboring countries. He was just an ordinary guy—a sheep breeder, but obedient to the Lord. 

Amos didn’t consider himself a prophet, but God had other ideas. Then Amos replied to Amaziah (the priest of Bethel), "I am not a prophet, nor am I the son of a prophet; for I am a herdsman and a grower of sycamore figs. But the LORD took me from following the flock and the LORD said to me, 'Go prophesy to My people Israel.'" Amos 7:14-15.  The Holy Spirit gave Amos several prophesies about Israel with the final one foretelling about the last days and a future blessing. It is this prophesy that tells about restoring the captivity of His people, rebuilding the cities and replanting the land. Permanently. That is exciting news for the Jews that has encouraged them for centuries. Do you pray regularly for the nation of Israel?  

Prayer ~ Holy Spirit, just as You gave Amos a vision for Israel, give us insight for understanding of the nation of Israel. God chose Israel to be His chosen people, so I pray that You would bless and guide them and give the people there the strength that they need to face the challenges ahead for them. Just as Moses told Israel…"Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the LORD your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6.

Happy Birthday, Debbie. May God continue to richly bless you as you serve Him and create such wonderful quilting projects using the gifts with which He has so amazingly blessed you! 

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