Tuesday, November 26 – Micah 6, 7 – Additional Reading, Prophets and Kings, Chapter 27, “Ahaz”

1. How can justice be applied to daily life? (Proverbs 21:3, Isaiah 1:17, Matthew 23:23, James 2:1-4)

Reflect on situations where you can act with integrity and fairness or stand up for those who are treated unjustly.

2. What does it mean to you to “love mercy,” and how can you show it to difficult people? (Luke 6:36, Matthew 5:7, Ephesians 4:32, Romans 12:20)
Consider how to forgive and help even those who may not seem to deserve it or who have hurt you.

3. In what ways can you walk humbly with God in a culture that exalts pride and selfishness? (Proverbs 3:5-6, Micah 6:8, Philippians 2:3-5, James 4:6-7)

Think about changes you could make to depend more on God and less on your strength.

Commentary and Reflection:

“He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah 6:8, NKJV)

The book of Micah was written during a time when Israel was deeply entangled in social injustice, idolatry, and corruption. Through Micah, God calls His people back to the essence of their faith. In this verse, the prophet distills God’s will into three clear principles: justice, mercy, and humility. This message remains as relevant today as ever, for God continues to call us to live by these values in a world rife with inequality, selfishness, and pride.

In the Bible, justice is not merely about punishing the guilty but treating others fairly. God desires His people to reflect His just character in all their relationships. Doing justice is not something we can delegate solely to the government or institutions; we must be just in our daily decisions, whether in the workplace, at home, or in the community. We can live out justice by defending the oppressed, being honest in our dealings, and refusing to engage in corrupt practices.

Are there areas in your life where you need to adjust your behavior to be more just?

Mercy goes beyond justice; it is a compassionate love and a sincere desire to help those in need. God wants us to act justly and for our hearts to be filled with compassion for others. Loving mercy means learning to forgive, giving without expecting anything in return, and showing kindness to others, even when they may not deserve it. It involves offering help to someone in need, being patient with others’ mistakes, and seeking reconciliation over revenge.

How can you show mercy this week in a specific situation?

Walking humbly with God means recognizing our total dependence on Him and submitting to His will rather than seeking our glory. Humility is vital for living in communion with God. Humbling ourselves before God means praying sincerely, obeying His commandments, and living with gratitude, acknowledging that everything we are and have comes from Him. It includes renouncing pride, asking forgiveness from God and others, and serving without seeking recognition.

Are there areas in your life where you need to surrender your will to God?

Micah 6:8 is a profound and clear reminder of what God expects from His people: to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him. These three attitudes transform our relationship with God and deepen our relationships with others. Living in this way reflects the character of Christ and fulfills God’s purpose for our lives.

Today is a perfect time to examine our lives. Are we practicing justice? Are we showing mercy? Are we humbling ourselves daily before God? Let us ask the Lord to transform us to live according to His will and reflect His love in this world.

My prayer today is: Lord, help us live in obedience to Your Word. Teach us to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly before You every day of our lives. In Jesus’ name, amen.