The Shepherd Prophet
786- 746BC
Bible Reference: Amos 1-9
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- Though he was a shepherd with no formal schooling, God called Amos as a prophet.
- He served as a prophet in the Northern Kingdom of Israel.
- He served during a great time of prosperity, wealth, and corruption.
- God sent this shepherd prophet in to set the people of both Israel and Judah straight.
- Amos’s visions included a glimpse of a restoration of the Jewish nation through the Messiah’s return.
- He was charged with conspiracy against Jeroboam and threatened by the high priest Amaziah.
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