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At Odds with a Consistent God | Jonah Beyond the Whale 3

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Prosperity and Prophecy in 8th Century Israel

This chapter examines Israel's prosperity under King Jeroboam II while highlighting the growing idolatry and injustice of the era. It introduces the tension between material success and spiritual integrity through prophetic critiques, particularly focusing on Jonah and Amos. The discussion unravels the moral complexities of prophecy and the dangers of forgetting God amidst nationalistic ambitions and injustices.

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