Elijah and Amos: Lessons from Prophets

What was Elijah's main mission as a prophet of God?

• To lead the Israelites into battle

• To fight for the true God and turn people away from false gods

• To become the king of Israel

• To write the laws of Israel

What was the purpose of the contest at Mount Carmel?

• To determine which prophet was stronger

• To test the people's patience

• To prove who the real God of Israel was

• To offer sacrifices to both Baal and Yahweh

How did Elijah experience God on Mount Horeb?

• In a strong wind

• In an earthquake

• In a great fire

• In a tiny whispering sound

What sin did King Ahab and Queen Jezebel commit in the story of Naboth's vineyard?

• They refused to worship Baal

• They stole land and committed social injustice

• They built an altar to Yahweh

• They helped Naboth become rich

What lesson can we learn from Elijah's life and mission?

• We should always follow the most powerful leaders

• True faith in God requires courage and trust

• Material wealth is a sign of God's favor

• God only speaks through loud and dramatic events

What was Amos' main message to the Israelites?

• They should build more temples for worship.

• They should seek wealth and power.

• They should act justly and care for the poor.

• They should form alliances with other nations.

How did Amos expose the sins of Israel?

• By using a gentle and persuasive approach

• By speaking with a roaring voice and condemning their wrongdoing

• By performing miracles to prove God's power

• By leading a rebellion against the government

What injustice did Amos condemn the rich women of Bashan for?

• Failing to worship properly

• Ignoring their families

• Fattening themselves at the expense of the poor

• Owning large vineyards

What did Amos say about Israel's false worship?

• Their sacrifices were meaningless because they did not change their ways.

• Their offerings were enough to please God.

• Worshiping other gods along with Yahweh was acceptable.

• The temple was more important than acts of justice.

What warning did Amos give to the Israelites?

• That they would be destroyed by the Assyrians if they did not change

• That they would receive more wealth and power

• That they would be given a new king

• That they would be able to worship however they wanted