A devotional reflection on righteousness, compassion, and God’s promise of a coming Shepherd.
Micah
Micah reveals God’s call to justice and His promise of a coming King. Micah teaches that true devotion is expressed through justice, mercy, and humility. God condemns empty religion and calls His people to reflect His character in their conduct.
What doth the LORD require of thee? (Micah 6:8)
They shall beat their swords into plowshares. (Micah 4:3)
But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah. (Micah 5:2)
Christian Application
Micah encourages believers that God will shepherd His people with strength and peace. His promises bring hope in troubled times. Walk humbly, act justly, and love mercy as an expression of devotion to God.
Sample Prayer
Lord, shape my heart to reflect Your justice, mercy, and humility. Amen.
Hymns for Micah
This devotional pairs well with the hymns O for a Heart to Praise My God by Charles Wesley, Come Thou Long Expected Jesus by Charles Wesley, and Take My Life and Let It Be by Frances Havergal.