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Amos 3:12 · KJV

"Thus saith the LORD; As the shepherd taketh out of the mouth of the lion two legs, or a piece of an ear; so shall the children of Israel be taken out that dwell in Samaria in the corner of a bed, and in Damascus in a couch."

King James Version

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Passage Context

10For they know not to do right, saith the LORD, who store up violence and robbery in their palaces.
11Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; An adversary there shall be even round about the land; and he shall bring down thy strength from thee, and thy palaces shall be spoiled.
12Thus saith the LORD; As the shepherd taketh out of the mouth of the lion two legs, or a piece of an ear; so shall the children of Israel be taken out that dwell in Samaria in the corner of a bed, and in Damascus in a couch.
13Hear ye, and testify in the house of Jacob, saith the Lord GOD, the God of hosts,
14That in the day that I shall visit the transgressions of Israel upon him I will also visit the altars of Beth-el: and the horns of the altar shall be cut off, and fall to the ground.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to be rescued from difficult situations?

2

How do you see God's hand in your life during challenging times?

3

When have you felt like you were on the edge of disaster?

Life Application

faith

Trust in God's ability to deliver you from tough circumstances.

hope

Share stories of hope with others who may feel trapped.

Connection to Jesus

typology

The imagery of a shepherd rescuing his flock foreshadows Jesus as the Good Shepherd who saves His people.

See also: John 10:11

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