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Amos 6:8 · KJV

"The Lord GOD hath sworn by himself, saith the LORD the God of hosts, I abhor the excellency of Jacob, and hate his palaces: therefore will I deliver up the city with all that is therein."

King James Version

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Passage Context

6That drink wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph.
7Therefore now shall they go captive with the first that go captive, and the banquet of them that stretched themselves shall be removed.
8The Lord GOD hath sworn by himself, saith the LORD the God of hosts, I abhor the excellency of Jacob, and hate his palaces: therefore will I deliver up the city with all that is therein.
9And it shall come to pass, if there remain ten men in one house, that they shall die.
10And a man's uncle shall take him up, and he that burneth him, to bring out the bones out of the house, and shall say unto him that is by the sides of the house, Is there yet any with thee? and he shall say, No. Then shall he say, Hold thy tongue: for we may not make mention of the name of the LORD.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to prioritize humility over pride?

2

How do you respond to the idea of God's judgment on societal excess?

3

When have you felt the need to reassess your values?

Life Application

humility

Reflect on your own life and seek to live simply, valuing relationships over material possessions.

justice

Advocate for fairness and equity in your community, challenging systems that perpetuate inequality.

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