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When I conclude a sermon series, I usually share the resources I used to help me study and prepare my sermons. Here is that bibliography for our recently completed series, "God in the Ruins: The Message of the Minor Prophets." Bibliography for “God in the Ruins: The Message of the Minor Prophets” Elizabeth Achtemeier. Minor …
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Understanding Amos’ message is tied up in these four contextual factors: a shift in structures of land ownership and exploitation within the new structure an increasing gap between the wealthy elite and the poor peasant class corruption of justice in the law courts covenantal disobedience with hypocritical religious ceremonies Generally speaking, Amos proclaimed a message …
This past weekend at Eastbrook, I continued our series on the minor prophets, "God in the Ruins," by turning attention to the prophet Amos. Amos is best-known for his strong words about justice and righteousness, and his stinging rebuke of the people of Israel, particularly their leaders. Unlike many other minor prophets, Amos has a …
Almighty God, who can stand before You without feeling some level of smallness, fear, and failing? Have mercy on us in spite of our wrongs, and bring Your forgiveness over our sins, both known and unknown. Save us from false religion, from the bustling of activity that has lost its center in You and fails …
Matthew Erickson 