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  AMOS 4:6
  by Chuck Smith
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Summary: God's dealings with Israel become a parable to illustrate the
importance of preparation to meet Him.

Topics: "God's Sovereignty", "Preparation for Eternity"
Scripture References: Matthew 25:1-13, Luke 12:20, Romans 14:10-12, Hebrews 9:27, 2 Peter 3:9

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Chuck Smith emphasizes that God's dealings with Israel serve as a
parable for all humanity, illustrating His desire for everyone to turn
to Him. He highlights that God intentionally places obstacles in our
lives, including the ultimate challenge of facing the cross, to lead us
toward repentance. Smith reminds us that all individuals will stand
before God, either condemned or innocent, and stresses the importance of
being prepared for that encounter. He warns against living solely for
this life, using examples like the rich fool and the five foolish
virgins to illustrate the necessity of spiritual readiness. Ultimately,
true preparation involves more than mere reformation; it requires a
genuine transformation of the heart.

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CONTENT
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I. GOD'S DEALlNG WITH ISRAEL BECOMES PARABLE. A. "God is not willing
that any should perish." 1. He purposely allows events to turn us to
Himself. 2. He puts obstacles in our path finally the cross itself. a.
Young man who desired to go out. B. All are to face God. 1. We will
stand before Him condemned or innocent. 2. "As it is appointed unto man
once to die." 3. Good or bad all will someday stand before the sovereign
creator. C. The wise will prepare to meet Him. 1. Why preparation
necessary. a. Sinful nature. b. Sinful by practice. 2. Rich fool in
Luke. a. "Thou fool this night." b. Building for this life only. 3. Five
foolish virgins. a. "And they that were ready..." 4. How to prepare. a.
Not reformation.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/chuck-smith/amos-46/
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