Amo 3:7-8 | NET2full | STEP | Certainly the Sovereign Lord does nothing without first revealing his plan to his servants the prophets .

‏ Amos 3:7-8

7 Certainly the Sovereign Lord does nothing without first revealing his plan to his servants the prophets.
8 A lion has roared! ^{▼▼sn The roar of the lion is here a metaphor for impending judgment (see 1:2; cf. 3:4, 12). Verses 7-8 justify Amos’ prophetic ministry and message of warning and judgment. The people should expect a prophetic message prior to divine action.} Who is not afraid?
The Sovereign Lord has spoken. Who can refuse to prophesy? ^{▼▼sn Who can refuse to prophesy? When a message is revealed, the prophet must speak, and the news of impending judgment should cause people to fear.}