1. Woes from the Holy God (9-17)

The Lord seeks justice. He pronounced woes on those who sought unjust gain at the expense of ruining people. He did so again to those who built cities with bloodshed. And he also pronounced woes to those who lived for their own pleasure but became shameful. The Lord wants the earth to be filled with his glory. But when men live for their own glory, they end in disgrace and under God’s judgment.

2. Woe to idol worshipers (18-20)

The Lord is the creator of all things, He is the sovereign ruler. He alone is worthy of our worship. Idol worship is an abhorrent abomination in the eyes of the Lord. Worshiping idols of any kind is folly. The Lord is in his holy temple. When we consider the depths of his glory and mercy, we must be silent before him.


Application: Lord, protect my heart from idols. Help me to come to you with worship in my heart.
One Word: Worship the Lord