The purpose of this Sermon Library is to support your spiritual growth as you revisit, reflect and meditate on the sermon topic, and study the Scriptures.

In each tab of the Study Guide, you will find information that will help you increase your understanding and knowledge of Yahweh’s Word and gain deeper insight into the Biblical topic covered.

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It is our hope that these tools provide you with meaningful activities to help you on your walk, as you engage in them during the week and in days leading up to a Feast.

2 Timothy 2:15 – Study to shew thyself approved unto Elohim, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

Study Guide
Summary – Read and reread to help you remember the answer to the question, “What was this sermon about?” so that you can deepen your understanding on this topic and can learn what to say in order to easily share this with others.

Points and Scriptures – Compare these to your notes. If needed, add the key points and Scriptures to your notes, for further review. Turn to each Scripture passage and read it. You may want to keep a notebook or journal, with Scripture Lists by topic. Scriptures that say (alluded to) next to it were included in content of the message (ex. appeared on a slide) without the Scripture itself being read.

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Small Group Guide – We recommend that you engage in this activity during the week with a group of brethren, family members and/or friends.

Devotional – We recommend that you engage in these activities during the week and/or in days leading up to the Feast.

Sermon Summary: This sermon explores the book of Amos, emphasizing the prophet’s call for genuine faith that manifests in justice and righteousness. It highlights Yahweh’s displeasure with empty rituals and hypocrisy, urging believers to align their hearts with Yahweh’s will and to practice true worship through acts of justice and mercy. The sermon draws parallels between ancient Israel’s societal issues and modern challenges, encouraging listeners to examine their own lives and respond to Yahweh’s call for authentic faith and social responsibility.

Key Points:

• Amos was an ordinary man chosen by Yahweh to deliver a powerful message
• Yahweh rejects empty rituals and hypocritical worship
• True faith is demonstrated through justice, mercy, and faithfulness
• Obedience to Yahweh’s commands should stem from genuine love and righteousness
• Yahweh’s judgment serves a purpose of renewal and restoration
• Repentance is the bridge between warning and hope
• Small acts of kindness and justice can have significant impacts
  
  

  Here are the scripture references mentioned or alluded to in the sermon, along with some suggested relevant verses for general themes discussed:

  Amos 7:14
  Amos 2:6
  Amos 5:12
  Amos 5:21-23
  Isaiah 1:11-17
  Matthew 23:27
  Matthew 23:23
  Amos 5:24
  Micah 6:8
  Amos 2:6-7
  Amos 5:11
  Amos 6:4-6
  Hebrews 13:12
  James 1:27
  Amos 3:7-8
  Amos 4:6-11 (alluded to)
  Amos 5:5
  Amos 9:11-15
  Isaiah 9:7 (mentioned but not quoted)
  Matthew 5:43-48
  Psalm 85:10
  Revelation 21:4
  Additional relevant verses for themes discussed:

  1 Corinthians 13:1 (clanging cymbals metaphor)
  Matthew 5:23-24 (reconciliation before offering)
  Romans 12:18 (living at peace with others)
  Galatians 6:2 (bearing one another’s burdens)
  Proverbs 31:8-9 (speaking up for the oppressed)
  Luke 3:11 (sharing with those in need)
  Matthew 25:35-40 (caring for the least of these)
  Ephesians 4:32 (being kind and compassionate)

How might we examine our own lives to ensure our worship is not just ‘performance art’ but truly authentic and pleasing to Yahweh?

In what ways can we actively pursue justice and righteousness in our daily lives, as Amos called for?

How do we balance keeping Yahweh’s commandments with focusing on the ‘weightier matters’ of justice, mercy, and faithfulness?

What are some modern parallels to the social injustices Amos condemned, and how can we address them in our communities?

How can we ensure that our religious observances (like Sabbath and feast days) are accompanied by genuine love for others and righteous living?

In what ways might Yahweh be ‘roaring’ warnings in our lives or society today, and how should we respond?

How can we cultivate a heart that truly loves our enemies and prays for those who persecute us, as Yahshua taught?

What ‘dry valleys’ in our lives or communities need the flood of Yahweh’s justice and righteousness?

How can we prepare ourselves for Yahweh’s refining ‘fire’ in our lives, understanding that it ultimately leads to renewal and growth?

In light of Amos’s message, how can we ensure that our religious practices are not divorced from our treatment of others, especially the vulnerable in society?

Here’s a small group guide based on the sermon about the book of Amos:

Small Group Guide: Lessons from Amos – True Worship and Social Justice

Opening Question:
What stood out to you most from the sermon on Amos? Why?

Key Takeaways:
1. Amos was an ordinary person chosen by Yahweh to deliver a powerful message.
2. Outward religious observance without inward transformation and true social justice is meaningless to Elohim.
3. Elohim desires justice, mercy, and faithfulness alongside obedience to His commands.
4. True worship flows outward and impacts how we treat others, especially the vulnerable.
5. Elohim’s judgment, while destructive, ultimately leads to renewal and restoration.

Discussion Questions:
1. How does Amos’ background as a shepherd and “average Joe” challenge our assumptions about who Yahweh can use?

2. The sermon mentioned Yahweh rejecting Israel’s religious festivals and offerings. Why was Yahweh so displeased with their worship? How might this apply to our worship today?

3. Discuss the concept of “weightier matters of the law” (justice, mercy, faithfulness). How do these relate to our obedience to Yahweh’s commands?

4. The sermon used the analogy of controlled burning to describe Yahweh’s judgment. How does this perspective change your view of difficult times or “fiery” trials in life?

5. What are some modern parallels to the social injustices Amos condemned in ancient Israel?

6. How can we ensure our worship is not just “clanging cymbals” but authentic and pleasing to Yahweh?

Practical Applications:
1. Self-Examination: Take time this week to honestly evaluate your worship. Are there areas where you might be going through the motions without heart engagement?

2. Acts of Justice: Choose one practical way to “let justice roll down like waters” in your community this week (e.g., volunteer, advocate for the oppressed, reconcile a relationship).

3. Repentance and Renewal: If the Holy Spirit has convicted you of any area needing change, take steps to repent and seek Yahweh’s renewal.

4. Balancing Obedience: Reflect on how you can better balance obedience to Yahweh’s commands with living out justice, mercy, and faithfulness in your daily life.

5. Prayer Focus: Spend time praying for those facing injustice and for Yahweh to use you as an instrument of His justice and love.

Closing Prayer:
Father, forgive us for times when our worship has been empty. Help us to love and obey You with our whole lives. May Your justice flow through us like a river for Your glory. Amen.

Here’s a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on the themes from the transcription:

Day 1: True Worship
Reading: Amos 5:21-24, Isaiah 1:11-17

Devotional: Today’s passages reveal Yahweh’s heart for authentic worship. He desires more than just rituals and songs; He longs for justice, righteousness, and genuine love for others to flow from our hearts. Reflect on your own worship practices. Are they merely outward performances, or do they stem from a heart transformed by Yahweh’s love? Consider how you can align your daily actions with your worship, seeking to bring justice and show mercy in practical ways. Ask Yahweh to help you cultivate a worship that pleases Him – one that combines obedience to His commands with a sincere love for others.

Day 2: The Call to Repentance
Reading: Amos 4:6-11, Luke 13:1-5

Devotional: Yahweh’s warnings through Amos remind us of His patience and desire for our repentance. Like Israel, we often ignore spiritual wake-up calls, continuing in our comfortable sins. Today, examine your life for areas where Yahweh might be calling you to change. Are there “dry valleys” in your spiritual life that need renewal? Remember, Yahweh’s discipline is always an act of love, designed to bring us back to Him. Pray for a soft heart that responds quickly to Yahweh’s conviction, and take a concrete step towards repentance in an area He’s highlighting in your life.

Day 3: Justice and Righteousness
Reading: Micah 6:8, James 1:27, Matthew 25:31-46

Devotional: Yahweh’s heart for justice and care for the vulnerable shines through these passages. He calls us to move beyond religious observance to active engagement with the needs around us. How might you be overlooking opportunities to show Yahweh’s love to the poor or suffering? Consider volunteering at a local shelter, reaching out to a lonely neighbor, or advocating for justice in your community. Ask Yahweh to open your eyes to the needs around you and give you courage to step out in faith to meet them, reflecting His character of justice and mercy.

Day 4: Renewal and Hope
Reading: Amos 9:11-15, Revelation 21:1-5

Devotional: Even in the midst of judgment, Yahweh always offers hope for restoration. These beautiful promises remind us that no matter how dire our circumstances, Yahweh has a plan to bring renewal and abundant life. Reflect on areas in your life or the world around you that seem hopeless. How might Yahweh be working to bring new growth out of what appears to be destruction? Trust in His promise of ultimate restoration, and ask Him to give you eyes of faith to see glimpses of His renewing work even now. Consider how you can be an agent of hope and renewal in your sphere of influence today.

Day 5: Living Out True Faith
Reading: Matthew 23:23-28, James 2:14-26

Devotional: Yahshua and James both emphasize that true faith must be lived out in practical ways. It’s easy to focus on external religious observances while neglecting the “weightier matters” of justice, mercy, and faithfulness. Examine your own faith journey. Are there areas where you’ve prioritized religious activities over loving actions? Ask Yahweh to help you integrate your beliefs with your daily life, so that your faith is evident not just in what you say, but in how you treat others. Choose one practical way to demonstrate your faith through action today, whether it’s extending forgiveness, showing kindness to a difficult person, or sacrificially meeting someone’s need.