SAY WHAT? (What is the passage saying?)
- In this chapter, Micah exposes the unjust economic practices of Israel’s leaders and how it’s destroying the land and its people.
- Micah clearly states that God does not want his people living selfish lives, in deception and greed.
- Micah offers this awesome summary statement to anyone wondering what’s important to God in chapter 6, verse 8: “No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”
- God is very aware of any injustice. God cares about our character and anything deceitful, sinful and done with the wrong motivation is not okay with him.
- God does not want to be elusive. He wants to be clear. He wants people to know him and understand the kind of life he wants us to live. Micah 6:8 is a clear example of what God requires of us: to do what is right, to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
NOW WHAT? (How will you personally apply this passage?)
- Think about your life. How are you doing in these 3 areas talked about in Micah 6:8:
- “To do what is right” – Is there anything in your life that isn’t “right” in God’s eyes?
- “To love mercy” – How can you deeply care for someone close to you who is hurting right now?
- “To walk humbly with your God” – Are you grateful or do you take the credit? Our world is full of pride and self-sufficiency. Are you walking humbly with God?