God Chose a Shepherd to Confront a Nation
- Preacher
- Sammy Tippit
- Tradition
- Baptist
- Published
- Length
- 4:57
About this sermon
God Chose a Shepherd to Confront a Nation. In this episode, we meet Amos—an ordinary shepherd from Tekoa whom God transformed into a bold prophet of justice. Living during a time of national prosperity and spiritual decline, Amos delivers a message that begins by targeting Israel’s neighbors before turning sharply toward Israel’s own corruption. He exposes the emptiness of ritualistic religion, the exploitation of the poor, and the misplaced confidence that prosperity equals God’s approval. Through vivid imagery and courageous truth-telling, Amos reveals God’s heart for justice, righteousness, and compassion. His message challenges us today to look beyond comfort, examine our hearts, and align our faith with God’s call to care for the vulnerable.
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