Amos 9
“The days are coming,” declares the Lord....I will plant Israel in their own land, never again to be uprooted from the land I have given them,” says the Lord your God. v15
God's justice is perfect and it is just (see v4 as God sees all of our sin). His punishment for Israel is also just as Israel proved unfaithful. At the same time, Israel's punishment is not destruction nor is it permanent. God will restore Israel and will rise up a King who will be the King of Kings - Jesus Christ - and His Kingdom will last forever.
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an amazing God who loves me and who reigns with compassion and perfect justice. Thank You for Your compassion and for mercy - for loving me even though I am broken and sinful. I am not worth such compassion and mercy as I daily miss the mark. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
