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Amos 7:2 Β· KJV

"And it came to pass, that when they had made an end of eating the grass of the land, then I said, O Lord GOD, forgive, I beseech thee: by whom shall Jacob arise? for he is small."

King James Version

What does Amos 7:2 mean? β†’

Passage Context

1Thus hath the Lord GOD shewed unto me; and, behold, he formed grasshoppers in the beginning of the shooting up of the latter growth; and, lo, it was the latter growth after the king's mowings.
2And it came to pass, that when they had made an end of eating the grass of the land, then I said, O Lord GOD, forgive, I beseech thee: by whom shall Jacob arise? for he is small.
3The LORD repented for this: It shall not be, saith the LORD.
4Thus hath the Lord GOD shewed unto me: and, behold, the Lord GOD called to contend by fire, and it devoured the great deep, and did eat up a part.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you seek forgiveness in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to feel small in the face of challenges?

3

When have you felt the need to intercede for others?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can pray for those who are struggling and feel small. Reflect on your role in advocating for justice.

relationships

Reach out to someone in need and offer your support, recognizing their struggles.

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