”He said: The Lord roars from Zion and makes his voice heard from Jerusalem; the pastures of the shepherds mourn, and the summit of Carmel withers. The Lord says: I will not relent from punishing Damascus for three crimes, even four, because they threshed Gilead with iron sledges.“
Amos 1:2-3 CSB
This chapter demonstrates Gods intense love and care for His people, Israel. He lists out the nations around them who have devastated them or abused their people…God is not letting those bullies off the hook. God will protect Israel and unleash furry on their enemies.
This is the unfailing love of a father or big brother to protect their family…sometimes I forget about Gods protection. I get distracted to think only about how He wants me to think or act. I get so caught up in attempting to do good on my own that I forget that God is for me. That God is on my side, rooting for me. That God is actively fighting against my enemies (my freshly desires, the worlds influence and the forces of Satan).
God help me to remember all of who You are. Help me to recall the fighting you do for me and the great love you have for me. Remind me that you are for me, and desire my protection. Help me to live in light of your Faithfulness!
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