Micah

 

Micah

The name Micah means “Who is like the Lord?”

Micah prophesied concerning both Judah and Israel. His message was a call to hear. He declared the coming judgment, the future kingdom and God’s invitation to the people to turn to the Lord. His was a message of judgment mingled with mercy and hope.

Micah prophesied over more than half a century under the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah.

Israel thought they believed in God, but the evidence was against them. Micah pointed out God’s charges against the people, greed, abuse of power, injustice, persecuting the prophets, and worst of all, forsaking God Himself! Through Micah, God denounced both Judah and Israel for abusing their positions of power and privilege. Shockingly, the Jews believed that God would continue to bless them. Through Micah, God put his people on trial. As the evidence mounted, it became clear that they had no excuses. They were guilty.

Micah announces the downfall of Samaria. He warns of the coming defeat and captivity of Jerusalem. He also announces the birthplace of Israel’s coming deliverer, who we know to be Christ. His question to us is “What does the Lord require of you?” His answer is to be honest and fair in all your dealings, remain kind and faithful to others, walk in daily submission to the One who loves you. Be in complete devotion to Jesus. Only this kind of lifestyle pays honor to the righteous judge of all the earth.

Please read the Book listed so that you can understand the word of God to its fullness. This study comes from The Jeremiah Study Bible, The Bible for Hope, The King James Bible and the Nelson’s Quick Reference Bible Commentary.

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