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God's message through the prophet Micah cuts through religious performance to reveal what truly matters: a heart that walks closely with Him. This powerful book unveils God's case against empty religion while offering profound hope in His mercy and the coming Messiah.

• Micah was a rural prophet from a farming village who spoke to both kingdoms of Israel around 700 BCE
• He specifically challenged corrupt religious leaders, judges and wealthy elites who exploited the poor
• His message follows a courtroom structure, bringing God's case against the people with three distinct oracles
• Micah uses vivid imagery comparing corrupt leaders to cannibals and contrasting this with peaceful visions of restoration
• Micah 6:8 reveals God's true desire: "act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God"
• The book contains a famous prophecy about the Messiah coming from Bethlehem (Micah 5:2)
• Micah's name means "Who is like the Lord?" highlighting God's incomparable character
• Jesus perfectly fulfilled Micah's message by embodying justice, mercy and humble obedience
• The prophet reminds us that God takes sin seriously but also offers forgiveness and restoration

Join us next time as we explore the book of Nahum and its powerful message about God's justice in a world full of violence.

Sources:

• Fee, G. D., & Stuart, D. (2002). How to Read the Bible Book by Book: A Guided Tour. Zondervan.
• MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur Study Bible, NIV Edition. [Bible]. Thomas Nelson. 
• Nelson, T. (Ed.). (n.d.). The NIV, Open Bible: Complete Reference System. Thomas Nelson. 
• Zondervan. (Ed.). (2016). NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture. Zondervan.

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- Unveiling Old Testament History: A Virtual Journey Through TIme

- The Prophets: Messengers of God's Word in the Bible - Pt.1

- The Prophets: Messengers of God's Word in the Bible - Pt 2 (Historical Context)

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Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.