Weekly Discussion Questions
- Read Deut. 10:12-16. What does the practice of true spirituality consist of? God’s people in Amos were physically attending worship regularly but their hearts were focused on increasing profits. Why is this a problem?
- Why is it so important that our hearts and our actions match to God?
- Where do you find conflict between your heart and your actions?
- What specific sins were the people guilty of in this chapter?
- What are the messages our culture sends about the importance of work over rest?
- What is your practice of rest like for yourself, and family?
- If you were able to rest more in God, what changes would be made to your attitude towards your work?
- Inability to rest leads to ongoing oppressive dynamics, especially ones that hurt the poor.
- How does the fact that Jesus identifies with the poor and at the same time takes the judgment oppressors deserve give you insight into God’s love and character?
- How does Jesus give us true rest when we turn to him?