Day 89: God’s Justice and Restoration

Today’s Reading: Amos 1–9 & Obadiah 1

Date: Saturday, 27th September 2025

To the Faithful Readers

Today’s reading confronts both sin and the promise of restoration. Amos delivers God’s warnings against Israel and the surrounding nations for their injustice, oppression, and idolatry. Obadiah emphasizes God’s judgment on Edom for pride and cruelty. Yet woven through these messages is hope—God’s ultimate plan is to restore His people and establish justice and righteousness.

Reading Instructions

Read Amos 1–9 and Obadiah 1 attentively, noting God’s calls for justice, repentance, and humility. Observe the consequences of sin for individuals and nations, and reflect on how God balances judgment with the promise of restoration for those who return to Him.

Guided Devotional

1. Who is God?

• The Just Judge – He does not overlook oppression, injustice, or pride (Amos 1:3–2:6).

• The Restorer – Despite judgment, He promises to rebuild and bless His people (Amos 9:11–15).

• The Sovereign Lord – He holds nations accountable and executes His will perfectly (Obadiah 1:4–15).

2. What Are the Ways of God?

• God demands justice and righteousness from His people.

• God judges nations and individuals according to their deeds.

• God promises restoration and blessing for those who repent.

• God’s sovereignty over history ensures His plans are fulfilled.

3. What Is His Character?

• Holy – He cannot tolerate sin and oppression indefinitely.

• Faithful – He keeps His promises to restore and bless.

• Sovereign – He rules over all nations and peoples.

• Compassionate – Even in judgment, He longs to see His people restored.

Golden Nugget

God’s justice demands accountability, but His mercy provides restoration for the humble and repentant.

Prayer

Lord, help me live in righteousness and pursue justice as You command. Forgive my sins and pride, and guide me to humility and obedience. Thank You for Your promise of restoration and hope. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Activation Challenge

• Reflect on one area of life where God is calling you to practice justice or integrity.

• Pray for nations and communities that need God’s justice and mercy.

• Encourage someone to return to God’s ways, emphasizing His mercy alongside His righteousness.

Next Reading:

Day 90 – Jonah 1–4 & Micah 1–7

Learn from Jonah’s story of obedience and God’s mercy, and hear Micah’s call to justice, mercy, and humility before God.