AMOS 4

ISRAEL IGNORED GOD’S EARLIER WARNINGS 

God continues rebuking the people of Israel, calling out their meaningless sacrifices and religious practices. Valuing relationships over ritual, God wants the hearts and attention of His people more than their false religiosity.

God previously sent plagues, famine, and oppression upon Israel as a warning to repent. Despite these many warnings, Israel did not return to God or seek His guidance. Because they’ve ignored God’s warnings and prophets, Israel must now deal with God directly.