Obadiah - Chapter-1

Chapter Summary

Edom's humiliation because of sin against God's people.

What does prideful man say in verse 3? Have you had this attitude before? If so, explain the situation.
What does verse 10 teach us about God's justice? Are there similar scenarios today that would warrant God's justice?
Verse 12 describes the wrong response to one's enemies being defeated. What would be the right response? Which response do we tend to have?
Does the judgement in this passage bother you? Why or why not?
How might you respond to someone who claims that this passage reflects a racism by Israel toward its neighbors?
What do we learn about God that he is concerned with justice and repaying evil? Do you see God doing this today? Why or why not?
What does verse 8 teach us about the weakness of human wisdom? Who do we consider wise in our own day and are they truly wise or not?
What is God's opinion of violence based on verse 10? What are examples of violence today and how can believers react to this rightly?
What about verses 19-21 would give Israel hope? What would be some foundations for hope for believers today?
What other passages could you use from the Old and New Testament to expand upon the future hope described in verse 21?

Edom, v. 1.

God, Obadiah.

4, 15.