GCEChristian Religious StudiesThe Prophets2021

Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, ordered Amos to stop prophesying and return to Judah. Amos' response revealed that he

Aagreed to leave but warned of God's judgment on Amaziah
Bwas not a professional prophet but was called directly by GodCORRECT
Chad been sent by the king of Judah to prophesy in Israel
Dwould continue only if the king of Israel gave his permission
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Toaster Teacher
Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
In Amos 7:14-15, Amos told Amaziah: 'I was no prophet, nor a prophet's son, but I was a herdsman and a dresser of sycamore figs. But the Lord took me from following the flock, and the Lord said to me, Go, prophesy to my people Israel.' This showed that Amos had a direct divine call and was not a member of the professional prophetic guilds. He then proceeded to pronounce judgment on Amaziah personally.
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