ISAIAH _ AMOS

Isaiah / Amos

Saturday, July 1st 

Read - Isaiah 1:1-9, 16-20 

• Widespread sin had defiled this nation who had completely turned their backs on God. Isaiah was called not only to 

prophesy about Isaiah's future, but also to call God's people to repentance. 

Isaiah 1:4-9 

• Israel knew how God was asking them to live. However, they rebelled and suffered the consequences of 

disobedience. 

• In what area of my own life do I struggle to obey God? 

• Am I experiencing any consequences to this disobedience? Yes No 

Isaiah 1:16-17 

• How do these verses connect with James 1:22, "Be doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving 

yourselves"? 

• What do I need to do to turn from my disobedience and follow God? 

Isaiah 1:18 

person 

• Isaiah's message progressed from judgement to an offer of 

forgiveness. This message was given to people who already had a 

relationship with God and had experienced His work in their lives. 

• How would I describe my relationship with God? 

I think I'm okay with God because I'm generally a good 

Jesus is 

THE way, 

THE truth, 

THE life. 

I believe in a God but wouldn't say I have a "relationship" with Him 

I have a relationship with God based on my trust in Jesus Christ 

I am unsure where I stand in my relationship with God 

• Jesus said in John 14:6, " I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." 

• According to Jesus, how can I have a right relationship with God? 

By my good works 

By attending church faithfully 

By trusting in Jesus alone to save me 

• If I've never made this decision, who's a friend or leader who could explain more?

Sunday, July 2nd 

Read - Isaiah 4:2-6 

• Here is a description of future events...of life in Jerusalem following the Tribulation, a period of judgement and wrath 

when God ultimately defeats sin and all who oppose Him. 

Isaiah 4:2 

• The term branch of the Lord is a reference to Jesus, the Messiah. At this time, Christ will be the focus of all human 

attention and adoration, finally. 

"He must 

increase, but I 

must decrease." - 

John 3:30 

• Who or What has been the focus of my attention and adoration lately? 

Friends 

Family 

Social media 

Jesus 

Myself 

Sports 

Other: 

Have I ever really thought about the fact that my life is meant for something...for someONE...far 

greater than myself? Yes No 

• What do I need to change today in order to bring glory to God in all things? 

• What is one way in which I will give Jesus my attention today? 

Isaiah 4:3 

• Isaiah described a city and people that will be completely purified from sin and the effects of sin and will experience 

the perfect presence and provisions of God. 

• Look up Revelation 21:4. How does John's description of Heaven bring comfort and hope to my life today?

Monday, July 3rd 


• Have I heard someone say, "You never know what you've got 'til it's gone"? Do I take for granted the blessings of 

God in my life? 

Isaiah 5:1-2a 

Yes 

No 

• Isaiah told a story about God and His vineyard, Israel. God had placed His people in a fertile land, removed their 

enemies (stones), provided a rich heritage of spiritual leaders (choicest vine), and offered physical protection (tower) 

and opportunity for fellowship with Himself (wine vat). 

• How has God provided for me physically and/or spiritually? (Check all that apply) 

All of the physical basics: food, shelter, and clothing 

People in my life who encourage me in my relationship with Him 

Access to the Bible and a local church where I can learn about Him 

• On a scale of 1-5, how often do I thank God for these gifts? 

1 2 3 4 5 

Rarely Occasionally Daily 

• Finish this sentence as a prayer to God. "Today, Lord, I am especially thankful for 

Isaiah 5:2b-7 

• Like the people of Israel, even though God had provided all that I need for life and godliness 

(2 Peter 1:3), I still find myself submitting to the flesh and choosing sin. Yes 

No 

• How have I experienced God's discipline in one of these instances? 

." 

"God strikes not 

as an enemy, to 

destroy, but as a 

father, to 

correct." - 

John H. Aughey 

• How did I respond to God's discipline? 

I resisted it and continued in sin 

I rebelled even more out of spite 

I confessed my sin and asked for forgiveness 

• God's discipline in my life is always an effort to bring me back into a right relationship with Himself. 

• Am I willing to start thanking God for His discipline in my life? Yes No

Tuesday, July 4th 


• The God of all creation wants a relationship with me. He even has unique plans and assignments for me! Similarly, 

thousands of years ago, God gave a task to the prophet Isaiah in a vision that ended up being rather daunting. 

Isaiah 6:3 

• What attribute of God is found in this verse? 

Love 

Holiness 

Patience 

Forgiveness 

•Take a minute to look up and define holiness. 

"Here am I! 

Send me." 

- Isaiah 6:8 

Isaiah 6:5-7 

•Considering God's holiness, what should be my attitude when talking to God (Refer to Isaiah's 

example)? 

•Which word best describes my usual attitude when talking to God? 

Casual Reverent Bold 

Bored 

Hurried 

Isaiah 6:8 

• Have I ever considered what God might be asking me to do with my life? Yes No 

• If yes, I will tell this person about it TODAY: 

• If no, will I consider dedicating my life to serve Him? (Check one) 

No, I'm not ready 

Yes. Here I am. Send me. 

Isaiah 6:9-11 

• After committing his life to God, Isaiah remained faithful, even after being told that his task was doomed to failure. 

• Am I willing to obey God, even if my assignment looks like "failure" to those around me? Yes No

Wednesday, July 5th 


• Many situations in life have the potential to cripple us with fear. The Bible says that the hearts of King Ahaz (king of 

Judah) and his people "were moved (shook) as the trees of the woods are moved with the wind" (Isaiah 7:2b) in fear 

of impending attack. 

• What fears an I currently facing? 


• God pursued Ahaz in his fear. He offered Ahaz the chance to ask God for a sign to prove God's 

commitment and power. Although Ahaz's response ("I will not ask nor will I test the Lord!") 

appeared to be one of reverence, it was actually his denial of God's help and refusal to trust in 

God (B2 Kings 16:7-9). 

• Concerning my fears, who am I putting my trust in? 

My own abilities 

Others 

Money 

God's faithfulness 

• God tells me how to handle my fears and anxieties in Philippians 4:6-7 - through 

p with th . 

• How can I still be thankful in my fears? 

"Turn your 

panic into 

praise." 

- Becky Harling 

• I'll take time to journal a prayer to God with thanksgiving about my fears.

Thursday, July 6th 


• Today's passage challenges me to consider who sits on the throne of my heart. I'll write a prayer to God, asking Him 

to search my heart and reveal the truth in this matter. 

Isaiah 8:6 

• The people of Judah rejected the help of God (gently flowing waters of Shiloah) and instead sought alliances with 

men who seemed to have power and military advantage. 

"It is only fear of 

God that can deliver 

us from the fear of 

man." 

- John Witherspoon 

• If yes, explain 


•Have I ever valued someone or something more than I value my relationship with God? 

No 

I've relied on a friendship or relationship to find my value/self-worth 

I've made plans and only considered my ability to make money or to advance myself 

versus what God wants for my life 

I've pursued a hobby in an effort to find value/self-worth. 

Other: 

Isaiah 8:7-10 

•God disciplined His people with the very nation (Assyria) that the people of 

Judah allied with instead of accepting the help of God. 

•Has God ever used the very person or thing that I value more than Him to 

discipline me for such idolization? Yes No 

• How do my fears compare to those who are not walking with God? 

1 2 3 4 5 

Identical Similar Different 

• According to verse 13, who is the ONE I should fear/revere...the ONE whose opinion and help 

should matter most? 

Yes

Friday, July 7th 

Read - Isaiah 8:19-9:7 


• When I need advice, who is the first person/thing I turn to? 

• Who did the people of Israel consult for advice? 

• According to Isaiah, Who should we consult? 

• What's one area of my life in which I need help or counsel? 

• To find Scripture that addresses this area, Google "Verses in the Bible about 

" 

• Choose and write down one verse that speaks Biblical truth to your situation. 

wol.org/experiencehope 

Isaiah 9:1-2 

• The people Isaiah spoke and wrote to were going to be in a situation that would seem completely hopeless. 

• Have I ever been in a situation that seemed hopeless? Yes No 

• How did I overcome this feeling of hopelessness? 

Isaiah 9:6-7 

• In the midst of this message of despair, Isaiah offered a message of hope - the son (Jesus Christ) who would remove 

the darkness and bring light to the world for all eternity. 

• How does this message bring hope to my life and situation today? 

I will watch this short video (wol.org/experiencehope) on the hope that is only found in a relationship with Jesus Christ and 

will share it on social media. Yes No

Saturday, July 8th 

Read Isaiah 10:16-27 

• Have I ever wondered why God, at times, allows the "bad guys" to win? Yes No 

Isaiah 10:16-19 

• God used the unbelieving, arrogant king of Assyria to discipline His own children, both the 

nations of Israel and Judah. This passage, however, tells of God bringing due judgement upon the 

king of Assyria and his warriors. 

"For of Him and 

through Him and to 

Him are all things, to 

whom be glory forever. 

Amen." 

- Romans 11:36 

•To get a closer look at the Assyrian king's pride, read his words below (Isaiah 

10:13) and circle each time he referred to himself (I/me/my), taking credit for success. 

"By the strength of my hand I have done it, and by my wisdom, for I am prudent; Also I have 

removed the boundaries of the people, and have robbed their treasuries; so I have put down 

the inhabitants like a valiant man" (Isaiah 10:13) 

•In what areas of life has the Lord given me success? (Circle all that apply) 

Work Family Friends Church Sports Hobby 

•How often do I thank the Lord or give Him credit for giving me the ability in these areas? 

1 2 3 4 5 

Never Sometimes Daily 

Isaiah 10:20-22 

• God would use Assyria to discipline His children, but He would do so in order to bring them back to a right 

relationship with Himself. 

• In what area of my life an I facing opposition of some kind? 

• Am I willing to ask God to show me what He's trying to teach me through this opposition? 

Yes 

No

Sunday, July 9th 


• How would I describe the perfect boss? 

• In today's passage, Isaiah described the way in which Jesus will rule in the coming millennial kingdom (the one 

thousand year reign of Jesus on earth) 

• Re-read Isaiah 11:2-5. Find and note at least five words or phrases that describe the way Jesus will lead. 

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

Isaiah 11:6-9 

• During this time, the animal kingdom will return to the way it was in the Garden of Eden 

before sin. 

• Which description do I find the most interesting? 

An amazing boss is 

hard to find, difficult 

to part with, and 

impossible to forget. 

Isaiah 11:10-12 

• God will remain faithful to the people of Israel by regathering them from all over the 

world. 

• Read Psalm 86:15. How does this passage reflect the character of God as seen in today's verses from Isaiah? 

• How am I encouraged or challenged by these characteristics of God? 

I find comfort from the guilt of my sin 

I feel challenged to extend mercy, grace, patience, or love to others 

I am encouraged to trust God with 

• According to today's passage, what one word would I use to describe what life will be like when Jesus is King?

Monday, July 10th 


• Which phrase best describes how I feel about all that awaits believers in eternity? 

I am just glad I'm not going to hell 

What I know of eternity in Heaven actually sounds kind of boring 

I find great comfort/excitement when I think about eternity with God 

• Isaiah was so excited about God's promise of future blessings for the people of Israel that he wrote a song of praise to 

be sung at that time. Gentile believers will also enjoy these future blessings! 

Romans 5:10a 

• How does this verse and Isaiah 12:1 describe my relationship with God before salvation in Jesus Christ? 

"For we cannot but 

speak the things 

which we have seen 

and heard." 

- Acts 4:20 

•After believing in the person and work of Jesus, I am reconciled to God. Reconciliation means 

change. My relationship with God changes from that of an enemy to that of a child of God. 

•Write a prayer thanking God for your reconciled relationship with Him. 

Isaiah 12:4-5 

• In that day, I will be so moved by the work and character of God that I will proclaim Him publicly. 

• Personal testimony is an effective way of "making known His deeds among the peoples." 

• Who will I share my testimony, the story of God's work in my life, with this week? 

• How will I communicate with this person? 

face to face 

text 

written note 

social media



• What is the first thought or question that comes to mind after reading this graphic passage? 

• Am I willing to pray right now and ask God to help me correctly interpret His character based on this difficult passage? 

Yes 

No 


• God clearly stated the motivation behind such horrific destruction that awaited the 

nation of Babylon; punishment of sin. Re-read this passage and fill in the blanks to 

gain a better understanding of God's motivation. 

Verse 9 

"Behold the day of the Lord comes, cruel, with both 

from it." 

Verse 11 

and fierce 

, to lay the land desolate; and He will destroy (exterminate) its 

"I will the world for its , and the 

for their 

; I will halt (put an end to) the arrogance of the 

and will lay low (humble) the of the ." 

"Whenever you feel 

tempted to ask God, 

"Why did you do this to 

me?' look at the cross and 

ask, "Why did you do 

that for me?" - Randy 

Alcorn, 90 Days of God's 

Goodness 

• Sin stands in direct opposition to God's holiness and demands payment. Today's 

passage is just a glimpse of the wrath of God poured out on sin. Further wrath awaits sinners who refuse to turn to 

Jesus. 

• How does this glimpse of God's holiness and power affect my view of God and my relationship with Him? 

It intensifies the fear of God in my life 

I still question His goodness based on passages like this 

I realize how seriously God views sin 

Other: 

• Thankfully, I don't have to bear the wrath of God for my sin! Look up Romans 6:23. What good news is explained 

in this verse?



• Earlier this week we observed the Assyrian king's pride and how the Lord humbled him. 

• Have I been any more faithful this week to giving God credit for my successes? Yes No 

• Today's passage is a description of both the Babylonian king's pride and impending downfall and the pride and 

downfall of Satan - the evil spirit motivating the king. 

Isaiah 14:13-14 

• To dissect Satan's pride, do your best to match these statements with their meanings. Compare your answers with the 

key at the bottom of the page 

"It's pride, plain and 

simple, that keeps me from 

giving God all the glory and 

keeping some of it for 

myself." - Francis Chan, 

Crazy Love 

I will ascend to Heaven 

I will raise my throne above the stars of God 

I will sit on the mount of assembly 

I will ascend above the heights of the clouds 

I will make myself like the Most High 

a. Desire to replace God 

e. Desire to be more glorious than God 

b. Desire to take over God's house 

c. Desire to rule the universe 

d. Desire to rule over the angels (stars) of God 

• Satan desires glory for himself. In what area of my life do I struggle with pride and the desire to be praised and 

exalted? 

Isaiah 14:15-17 

• According to v. 15, what is the result of Satan's pride? 

• Read Proverbs 16:18. How have I seen this principle played out in my own life? 

Answer key: b,d,c,e,a


Read - Isaiah 24:21-25:9 

• Have I been affected or grieved by any or all of the following? 

Death 

Persecution of believers 

Troubles of the helpless and needy 

Ruthless men/nations 

• Having acknowledged the sorrows of this world, God offered yet another message of hope by describing aspects of the 

Tribulation and the Millennium when God will defeat His enemies and will reign in righteousness. 

Isaiah 24:21-23 

• What is the condition of my heart? Am I like rebellious angels (host of heaven) or the prideful kings of the earth? (Check 

the statement that best describes your attitude toward God.) 

I resent the idea that I need a Savior. I am the god of my life. 

I believe in God, but I live my own way 

I realize my need for a Savior and seek to please Him with my life. 

• Read Psalm 37:38. How did the author, David, agree with Isaiah concerning the 

future of those who refuse God's offer of salvation? 

• Take a moment to journal what you imagine life will be like when God Himself rules 

with perfect love, justice, wisdom, etc. 

"For the Lord loves 

justice, and does not 

forsake His saints..." 

- Psalm 37:28 

Isaiah 25:6-8 

• Which aspects of this future time bring me comfort or excitement? 

God will put an end to death 

God will wipe away tears and erase all need for tears 

God will remove the dishonor of His people 

Isaiah 25:9 

• In that day, we will say, "...This is the Lord; We have waited for Him; We will be glad and rejoice in His salvation." 

I will pray and ask God for strength to wait on Him


Read - Isaiah 26:1-9, 19-21 

• At this very moment, which sentence best describes the condition of my heart and mind? Feel free to fill in the blank 

if applicable. 

I'm completely stressed about: 

I'm off and on worried about: 

I feel completely at peace. 

"You will keep him in 

perfect peace, whose 

mind is stayed on You, 

because he trusts in 

You." 

- Isaiah 26:3 

Isaiah 26:3-6 

•Isaiah recorded a song of praise that will be sung during the Millennium (the one thousand 

year reign of Christ). This song will be sung by God's people after thousands of years of 

victories and defeats. It will be sung after God claims the final victory and fulfills His 

promises. I can be challenged and encouraged NOW by this song of the future! 

•What situation am I allowing to steal my peace? 

•When I'm worried about a situation, who or what is my mind focused on: 

God or the situation? (Circle one) 

I will take a moment to ask God to help me to turn my focus and thoughts to Him. 

• One way to strengthen my trust in the Lord is by remembering His faithfulness to me in the past. How have I 

experienced God's faithfulness (an answered prayer, a truth of Scripture fulfilled, etc.)? 

• What friend or mentor will I share with concerning both my current struggle to trust God and also my testimony of 

God's past faithfulness? 

Isaiah 26:8-9 

• Having been in close communication with God as one of God's special messengers, Isaiah 

declared his deep desire for God and for His name to be glorified. 

• How passionate am I about my relationship with the Lord? 

1 2 3 4 5 

I don't have I really only think I think about and 

a relationship about Him at church seek Him everyday


Read - Isiah 28:5-15 

• What qualities do I believe are necessary for a spiritual leader? 

• Isaiah returned his attention to the approaching judgement upon Israel and Judah and specifically addressed the 

failures of their supposed spiritual leaders. 

Isaiah 28:7-8 

• As spiritual leaders, the prophets and priests should have been setting the example for the people of Israel. 

• How did Isaiah describe their behavior? 


• The leaders refused to receive instruction from Isaiah, God's messenger. They even 

mocked his way of teaching. 

• Read Proverbs 19:20 

• How do I respond to instruction and discipline? 

I usually justify my own choices and behavior 

I get angry and attack the person offering the instruction 

I take it to heart and pray about what changes are needed in my life 

• Since the leaders refused God's message through Isaiah, God would send a stronger 

message of discipline through the Assyrian army. It's as though God was saying, "What 

am I going to have to do to get your attention?" 

• Does God have my attention? Yes No 

• This passage as a whole condemns Israel's and Judah's spiritual leaders. How will I apply these truths to my life? 

I will consider my own character as a leader and pursue teachability 

I will pray for discernment concerning whom I choose to follow 

Other: 

"According to 

Scripture, virtually 

everything that truly 

qualifies a person for 

leadership is directly 

related to character." 

- John MacArthur



• When my life seems to be falling apart, to whom or what do I tend to cling to for security and strength? 

Isaiah 28:16-17 

My own abilities Entertainment Family 

Material possessions My appearance Friends 

• The nation of Judah had chosen to cling to an alliance with Assyria. God confronted this error by first explaining 

where they should look for security - the coming of Jesus the Messiah (cornerstone). Those who believe in Him don't 

need to worry or fear! 

"He is my rock and my 

salvation; He is my 

defense; I shall not be 

greatly moved." 

- Psalm 62:2 

•What would it look like if I started living as though Jesus is the cornerstone (foundation) of 

my life? 

•What one step will I take, today, to give Jesus the authority He deserves in my life? 

Isaiah 28:18-20 

•God told Judah that their "covenant with death and the agreement with Sheol" (a reference 

to the alliance formed between Judah and Assyria) would be cancelled. Assyria would turn on 

Judah. 

• Have I ever been let down by something or someone that I wrongly set as the foundation of my life? Explain. 

Isaiah 28:23-29 

Isaiah used a parable (a story that illustrates a spiritual lesson) to explain that God punishing Judah through the nation of 

Assyria was for Judah's benefit. Just as a farmer rips up and plows the soil in order to produce a harvest, God would plow 

(punish) the people of Judah in an effort to bring them back to Himself that they might finally realize that He was their 

foundation. 

Pray reflecting Isaiah 28:29. "Lord, in every situation of life, help me to remember that Your counsel is wonderful and 

Your wisdom great."



Isaiah 29:13-14 

• What was God's complaint with the people of Judah according to verse 13? 

• When I come to God in prayer, song, Bible study, etc., typically my heart is... 

engaged in worshiping God 

thinking about what's next on my agenda 

thinking about what others are thinking of me in the moment 

• God took Judah's heartless worship very seriously. He said that because of this sin, 

He would deal marvelously with His people - He would do something that they would 

not believe possible. As we've already read. God would use the nation of Assyria to 

punish His people. 

• What one way will I try to be more intentional in heartfelt worship of God the next 

time I'm at church? 

Isaiah 29:15-16 

• In what two ways are the people of God wrong concerning His sovereignty (His 

absolute right to do all things according to His own good pleasure)? 

1. 

2. 

• Am I wrongly living my life in these ways? (Check all that apply) 

As though God can't see certain parts of my life 

As though I know better than He 

• Take a moment to confess your sin to God and ask Him to help you be both honest and humble before Him. 

Isaiah 29:17-24 

• Once again, after delivering harsh news to the people, Isaiah gave a message of hope - the blessings of God to come 

in the Millennium. 

• How should the reality of these coming blessings affect my life? 

"We are to wait for the 

coming of Christ with 

patience. We are to 

watch with anticipation. 

We are to work with 

zeal. We are to prepare 

with urgency." 

- Billy Graham



• Do I find myself struggling with the same issue or sin again and again? If so, I can relate to the people of Judah! As 

the prophecy concerning Assyria's invasion of Judah became a reality, the leaders of Judah chose again to look to a 

surrounding nation (Egypt) for help rather than God. Again, God said that relying on anything or anyone other than 

Himself would only bring Judah shame. 

Isaiah 30:8 

• Why do you think God wanted Isaiah to write down this message? (You've again chosen to trust in someone other 

than Me, and again your plans and alliances will fail.)? 

"Faith is a living, daring 

confidence in God's grace, 

so sure and certain that a 

man could stake his life on 

it a thousand times." 

- Martin Luther 


•How did God describe Judah's response to truth? 

•Which voices do I seek? 

Those that use lies to make me feel good 

Those that speak God's truth 

•Who do I know (friend or mentor) that I can ask to speak truth into my life? 

Isaiah 30:15-16 

• Re-read verse 15 and fill in the blanks to better understand what God wanted from Judah and Judah's choice. 

"For thus says the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: 

'In and you shall be saved; 

In and shall your .' But you ." 

• Who or what am I choosing to rely on instead of trusting in the character and promises of God? 

• Pray and ask God for the faith to trust in Him alone. 

Isaiah 30:18 

• How did Isaiah describe God's character?


Read - Isaiah 32:1-4; 13-20 

• Have I ever seen or experienced the effects of corrupt authority? Yes No 

• On the other hand, have I seen or experienced the rich benefits of honorable authority? Yes No 

Isaiah 32:1-2 

• Isaiah explained that Jesus' rule during the Millennium will be righteous and just. Use a dictionary (hard copy or 

digital) to define these words. 

Righteous: 

Just: 

• Isaiah used imagery to further describe the way those in governing authority would relate to the people. Re-read 

verse 2. Decide and note which two illustrations suggest the idea of protection and which two suggest refreshment. 

Refreshment 

Protection 

1 1 

2 2 

• Have I been given any type of authority (caring for children, leadership at work/church, etc.)? Yes No 

• If so, do I use my position as Jesus does and will - to protect and refresh those under my authority? 

Yes No 

Isaiah 32:13-18 

• Once again, Isaiah mentioned the coming judgement upon Judah and then, again, he moved on to a 

message concerning the blessings of the Millennium. 

• Re-read verses 15-18. Choose four words from this passage that describe what life will be like for 

God's people during the Millennium. 

1. 2. 

3. 4. 

• How do these descriptions contrast with the world today? 

"So our anchor - our 

promised future - is 

sure; it is steadfast; 

and it is the finished 

and purchased work 

of Jesus our High 

Priest." 

- John Piper


Read - Isaiah 33:5-6, 15-22 

• Since the beginning of time, man has chosen, in pride, to believe Satan's lies that suggest, "I can rule my own life. I 

don't have to do things God's way." And, from the beginning, man has had to face the harsh consequences of this 

decision. 

• Can I think of an example of this in my own life? Yes No 

Isaiah 33:5-6 

• God used Assyria to punish His children, and now, God would judge Assyria for the sinful impulses that caused them 

to attack Israel. Having described this judgement, Isaiah offered praise to God for His exalted position above all 

creation and His spiritual provisions for His people (Zion). 

• Do I recognize God's exalted position over my own life? Yes No 

• Do I recognize God's exalted position over my enemies (anyone or anything who might bring me harm)? 

Yes 

No 

• Re-read Isaiah 33:5-6. Who is the source of Zion's (Jerusalem) justice, righteousness, stability, salvation, wisdom 

and knowledge? 

• Which phrase best describes my approach to life? 

I just live the way I want 

I try to live a good life based on a variety of influences: (friends, work, media, etc.) 

"The thief (Satan) 

does not come except 

to steal, and to kill, 

and to destroy. I 

(Jesus) have come 

that they may have 

life, and that they 

may have it more 

abundantly." 

- John 10:10 

Isaiah 33:15-22 

I rely on God and His Word to guide the way I live 

•In verses 16-22, Isaiah described the blessings that will come to those who, by faith choose to 

live life God's way. 

•Re-read verse 15. Which of these descriptions of life lived God's way challenges me the most, 

and how can I apply it today?

Friday, July 21st 


• This week we've looked at many verses explaining what life will be like during the Millennium (a period of 1,000 

years when Christ will reign on this earth). Today's entire chapter is dedicated to further description of this time. 

What do I know/recall about the Millennium? 

Isaiah 35:1-2 

• Even the land will be beautifully restored for the glory of God! Re-read these verses and note two words or phrases 

that describe what the land will do. 

1. 

2. 

Isaiah 35:3-4 

• Isaiah told the people to encourage each other with these truths: God will claim ultimate 

victory over His (and their) enemies, and He will provide complete salvation for His 

people. This world, as we know it, is not the end! 

• Who do I know that needs to be encouraged or strengthened by these truths? 

Isaiah 35:10 

• The ransomed of the Lord (those Christ delivers from sin) will go to Zion (Jerusalem - the 

future city of God) with everlasting joy and without any sorrow or sadness. 

• Describe a time in your life that you've been especially joyful. 

"Our joyful hopes and 

prospects of eternal 

life should swallow 

all the sorrows and 

the joys of this 

present time." 

- Matthew Henry 

• How long did this joy last before it was interrupted? 

• Matthew Henry wrote, "When they shall enter into the joy of their Lord, it shall be what the joys of this world never 

could be: everlasting joy, without mixture, interruption or period." 

Reflect on this concept of everlasting joy.

Saturday, July 22nd 

Read - Amos 1:1-2; 3:1-7 

• Amos was not a significant person and his job was not significant in society, yet God used him to speak to the 

whole nation of Israel. Amos applied himself to know God's Word and had the courage to do what God 

empowered him to do. 

Amos 1:1-2 

• Have I ever felt like I couldn't do something great or important? Yes No 

If so, why did I feel this way? 

• What has God asked me to do that is important? 

God can do great 

things through 

anyone willing to 

serve Him 

•On a scale of 1-5, how confident am I that I can do anything God calls me to do? 

Not very 1 2 3 4 5 Super confident 

•Look it up: "I can do things through who me." 

Philippians 4:13 

Amos 3:1-7 

• The people of Israel were given fair warning for their sins. In these verses God gives illustrations to show that 

He is doing this for a reason. 

• Have I ever done something wrong and was warned punishment was coming? 

Yes 

No 

• How did it make me feel? 

• Have I ever been given a second chance? Yes No......and still messed up? Yes No

Sunday, July 23rd 

Read - Amos 4:1-13 

• Today we see God working in His people, trying to get their attention. He tried blessing them, He tried disciplining 

them, but they still would not listen. People were lazy and expected to have everything they wanted. They played 

religion like it was a game. 

Amos 4:1-5 

• God has blessed me with: 

• God has blessed my nation with: 

• What things have I taken for granted in life? 

• In what ways have I just "played church"? 

Amos 4:6-12 

• What things has God done in my life to get my attention? 

• What things has God done to get the attention of my nation? 

"To be loved by 

God is the highest 

relationship, the 

highest 

achievement, and 

the highest 

position in life." 

- Henry Blackaby 

Amos 4:13 

• This verse reminds us of Who God is: the Almighty Creator Who wants to connect with us. 

(Fill in the blanks) 

"He Who mountains and the wind, Who 

to man what His thought is, and 

the morning darkness, Who 

the high places (heights) of the earth."



• In these verses we see the Lord talking about the social injustice going on at that time. Businesses and the courts 

were corrupt. There were rich people who were robbing and oppressing the poor and needy instead of helping 

them. God calls them to change their ways. 

Amos 5:4-6; 14-15 

• In order to have my life needs met, I need to: 

Seek what I need from the Lord 

Take what I want from others 

"Simply 'raising 

awareness' is not 

helping people. 

Helping people is 

helping people." 

- Jason Skeffington 

Amos 5:8-9 

•Do I believe that the one true God, Who made the universe and created the ecosystem, cares about 

my needs and the needs of the poor? Yes No Not totally sure 

Amos 5:10-13 

•How do I react when someone corrects me for doing wrong? 

•What do I do when I see someone less fortunate than me? 

Help them 

Ignore them 

Wish I could help them 

Tell someone else they should help them 

• Someone in need I know and should help is: 

• I will talk with a trusted adult to formulate a plan to help this person. Yes No 

• Look it up - Micah 6:8 

"He has shown you. O man, what is 

; and what does the LORD require of you but to do (act) 

, to love , and to walk with your God?"



• Among many other things, the "Day of the Lord" is a day when God rights all wrongs and brings justice. 

Amos 5:16-20 

• Those who were oppressing the poor desired for the Day of the Lord to come, but they did not realize justice would 

be brought upon them also, not just their enemies. 

• Have I ever looked at the sin of someone else and desired justice be brought upon them? 

Yes No I am embarrassed to answer 

• What is an area in my life where I would be afraid of God bringing justice? 

• Prayer: Take a moment to thank God for His Grace and Mercy on me. 

Amos 5:21-25 

• God uses a strong word: hate. God hated the empty worship and the lack of authenticity in 

their lives. 

• Are there times when my worship is empty or when I am going through the motions in my 

Christian life? 

Not really; I'm really focused on keeping Him first 

More times then not I feel like a robot without any feelings 

Sometimes, but I continue to praise and trust Him even when I don't feel like it. 

We must never 

forget that true 

Christianity is 

more than teaching 

- it is a way of life. 

In fact, it is life 

itself." 

- Ray C. Stedman 

• What does God desire from me today in my worship and living?



• God declares here what He will do to these people if they do not turn around. We see in history that they did not 

turn around. God always keeps His word. 

Amos 8:1-3 

• For all those living well at the expense of the poor, God declared He would bring an end to them. 

• What did God say He would do to bring justice? (Check all that apply) 

Stop coming by 

Turn their singing to wailing/howling 

Make it so their dead bodies are piled up all over the place 

Shut them up 

• Does God's justice system seem extreme to me? Yes No Maybe Not sure 

• I understand how serious sin is to God. True False 

The world is in 

darkness when it does 

not have the light of 

God's Word 

Amos 8:4-10 

•The people, to whom God was speaking, abused and took advantage of the poor and needy. 

I understand how serious abuse is to God. True False 

Amos 8:11-12 

•God declared the worst possible punishment, a famine of His Word. 

•What is more precious? Food Word of God 

•What is more precious to me? Food Word of God 

• Look it up: 

"But He answered and said, "It is , 'Man shall not by bread alone, but by 

4:4 

that proceeds from the mouth of 

.'" Matthew



• While God is a God of justice, He is also a God of Grace and Mercy. At the conclusion of this prophecy, He at first 

described utter destruction, then later a beautiful restoration of Israel. The restoration of Israel will be far greater 

than the short-lived prosperity that they were experiencing. 

Amos 9:8-10 

• Do I think any sin goes unnoticed by God? Yes No Sometimes 

• This is a sin of mine that I have pretended goes unnoticed by God: 

• Do I believe God deals with sin? Yes No Sometimes 

• One way God has dealt with my sin is: 

• Do people sometimes think they can get away with abusing others? Yes No 

• According to verse 10, what overtakes people who abuse others? 

Amos 9:11-15 

• Sin is the cause of destruction, but even in the face of utter destruction, God can rebuild what is 

broken. 

• I believe God can restore me when I am broken. True False 

• I believe God keeps His promises. True False 

• One of His promises that He has kept to me is: 

Doing things 

God's way is 

better than 

doing things 

my way 

• I believe what God provides in His way is better than what I can provide in my way. True False 

• What things in my life have I been doing my way that I need to be doing God's way?


Read - Psalms 53:1-6 

Psalms 53:1 

• "The fool has said in his heart, 'There is no God.'" 

• When someone tells me there is no God my first instinct is to: 

Get angry with them and walk away 

Get angry and argue with them 

Use God's Word to show them that they are wrong 

Pray for them and feel sorry that they are misled 

• What good approach should I use to talk to someone that I know who does not believe in God? 

"The fool has said 

in his heart, 'There 

is no God'" 

- Psalms 53:1 

I'm not sure; I'll ask my pastor or another trusted leader/adult. 

•I recall a conversation I once had with someone who didn't believe in God. IfI could do it 

over again, I would change this one thing: 

•I know that I have a relationship with God, but when someone else does not, I feel: 

Responsible to fix them and make them believe in God 

Disappointment for them since they don't know what they are missing out on 

Indifferent...it simply does not affect me when someone else does not believe in God 

• Is there anything about my life that someone would see and instantly know that I have a relationship with God? 

Yes 

• If so, what is it? 

• If not, why not? 

No 

• I will talk with a trusted leader/friend about my need to have a relationship with God. Yes No 

• One person that does not believe in God that I will commit to pray for everyday: 

• I'll take a minute right now, look around, and recognize at least three things that I can only attribute to God being 

active in my life.



• David was being chased by Saul and had just been turned in by people that he thought he could trust. 

Psalms 54:1 

• A time that I was wrongly accused was: 

• How did I respond? A. Retaliation B. Anger C. Prayer 

• What made it so difficult was: 

• How should I have responded? 

• What may have happened if I took it to God first instead of reacting the way that I did? 

Psalms 54:3 

• These strangers had not set God before them. When I encounter people who do not use God 

and His ways as a measuring stick, I: 

Have a free pass to treat them as I wish because they have no respect for God 

Should work extra hard to stay godly, even though they don't care, because this 

may be the only time someone represents God to them 

Feel indifferent. I treat everyone the same 

I am thankful to 

God for His 

provision, even 

before I see it. 

Psalms 54:4 

• Has there been a time when I can honestly say that God was the upholder of my life? 

Psalms 54:6-7 

Yes 

No 

• David was in the middle of being hunted by Saul. He was asking God to protect him, and in his belief that God 

would deliver, David made an offering to God for the way God always provided for him. 

• What can I do as a freewill offering to God to thank Him for His provisions for me?



Psalms 55:1-2 

• Am I restless when I don't feel like God is answering me? 

Psalms 55:6-7 

Yes, I struggle with being patient 

No, I have learned to wait on the Lord 

I tend to wait only a short time for God to answer and then take matters into my own hands 

• David said he wished he had wings to fly to the wilderness to find rest. God used the wilderness through Scripture as 

a place where people would find spiritual regrouping. Sometimes we all need the wilderness for a little spiritual 

regrouping. When I find myself in need of spiritual regrouping, I 

Sometimes we all 

need the 

wilderness to 

spiritually 

regroup. 

Psalms 55:12 

•Here, David was referring to his trusted friend Ahithophel who left David to serve his son Absalom 

against David (2 Samuel 15). 

•It is one thing to be betrayed by people I do now know or trust, but it hurts much more when it is a 

close, trusted friend. 

•I was hurt most when my trusted friend 

many steps. 

betrayed me. Getting over a betrayal takes 

• Today I need to take this next step (Circle one): 

A. Let go of bitterness that I have been holding toward that friend 

B. Choose to forgive them 

C. Contact them, let them know I was hurt by them, and that I have chosen to forgive them 

D. Begin to restore a relationship with them 

• I will spend time today praying for that person that betrayed me. I will not be praying for God's judgement on them 

though; I will be praying for God's blessings. Yes, I will do this

Monday, July 31st 


Psalms 55:17 

• David spoke to God in the morning, noon, and evening. When do I find that I can most consistently spend time with 

God? 

• Something I once prayed about non-stop (morning, noon, and evening) and saw God answer was: 

• Sometimes I need intense prayer, and other times I can look around for friends and acquaintances that are in a time 

of intense need for prayer. 

Today I will contact 

• Someone who often covers me in prayer when I need it is 

• Today I will send them a note to thank them for being there for me. 

Psalms 55:21 

• What word picture do I see here? 

• What are my words like? 

Psalms 55:22 

• Two burdens that I would like to cast on the Lord today are: 

and commit to praying for them specifically. 

"Cast your 

burden on the 

Lord, and He 

shall sustain 

you." 

- Psalms 55:22 

Practice makes progress: 

Today I am thankful for: 

Today I am praying for:

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