This sibling rivalry got way out of hand. Learn about the disastrous consequences of Edom's pride and the certainty of God's justice.

Jesus came not to call the righteous, but sinners (like me and you).

“There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them.” (CS Lewis) This story takes us between those two ditches by calling us to be aware of the enemy and his schemes, and to be in awe of the Son of God, who came to “destroy the works of the devil.” (1 John 3:8)

Facing exile because of their sin, the people of Israel are left asking, "is there any way God can redeem this disaster?" In response, God shows them a vision of a glorious future where he will deal with their sin and bring flourishing once more.

All too easily, humans can twist religion into something aimed at serving our comfort, cravings, and convenience. That’s the temptation that Amos called Israel out for, and it's a temptation we have to be on guard against today.

We all love poetic justice—when it happens to someone else. But Amos wants us to realize that God's true justice implicates each and every one of us.

"What sort of man is this, that even winds and sea obey him?" He is Yahweh, and He is with us in every storm we face.

Is Jesus enough?

Jesus Christ is the anchor of our souls amid all of life's transitions and storms. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Therefore, have confidence in him to sustain you.