Christian Devotional – May 20, 2016

Read Amos chapter 4

VERSE:

Amos 4:6–“I gave you empty stomachs in ever city and lack of bread in ever town, yet you have not returned to me,” declares the Lord.

TRUTH:

The Lord brought hardship and trials among the people. Why? He desired to see them turn back to Him. The trials were to drive the people to their knees in repentance as the recognized their need for a Holy God. However, the people just used the trials as an excuse to become more bitter and angry toward God. When we are facing trials, there can be a multitude of reasons, but sometimes, God’s trying to get our attention because we need to return to Him. We need to trust Him more and sometimes the only way we will see that is if everything else we’re trusting in is stripped away. Are we facing trials and difficulties right now? Regardless of the reason, draw close to God as He is right there waiting for us, ready to walk with us through the trials.

RESPONSE:

Father, I pray that You will draw me closer to You, no matter what it takes. I know that You love me and I desire to know You more and more each day. Allow the hard times and struggles that I go through to help me to know You more and more each day. Thank You for all that You have done.