Micah 2
-Woe is pronounced on those who scheme iniquity and plot
evil and carry it out (Micah 2:1). These have power and influence and use it
for sinful purposes in greed. They seize fields and property they covet (Exodus
20:17, Deuteronomy 5:21, Romans 13:9). Therefore, the LORD is planning calamity
so that they will not walk in their pride and haughtiness in this evil time
(Micah 2:3). His destruction will be complete leaving behind bitter lamentation
and they will find the tables turned on them as the assembly of the LORD will
not be there to help them with their share of land (Micah 2:4-5). This is an
indication that they will be barren with no surviving relatives to leave their
inheritance. *Application* The Bible is very clear that God is against the
proud, but gives grace to the humble (Psalm 51:17, Isaiah 57:15; 66:2, Jeremiah
44:10-11, James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6 just to name a few). To lift ourselves up
against the LORD and His clear commandments is offensive to the Almighty King
of the Universe and will inevitably bring His wrath. We must remember who we
are before Him. He created us and not we ourselves (Psalm 100:3). He is in
charge and that is a good thing. We in Scripture have the charge of following Him as He leads (Micah 2:13,
Matthew 16:24; 19:21, Mark 8:34; 10:21, Luke 9:23; 18:22, John 21:22). Do this
and you will have joy and blessing. Humble yourselves before God and then He
will exalt you (James 4:10)!
-The prophet extols the patience of the Spirit of the LORD
(Micah 2:7). His “words do good to the one walking uprightly (Micah 2:7b).”
*Application* God’s plans for us are to prosper us for a hope and a future
(Jeremiah 29:11). He is patient with us and pleads with us to go His way and do
the right things. Today, do not turn your back on doing what you know God wants
you to do. Make Him smile and say, “Job well done child!”
-Micah lists accusations that have combined together to make
God’s people His enemy because of their evil deeds in verses 8 through 11. In
that list extortion, robbery, mistreatment of war veterans, mistreatment of
women, uncleanness, and walking after false prophets and lies are mentioned.
-The chapter concludes however with a gentle promise and
hope through a coming Messiah King. In that time Jacob and Israel will be put
back together as a remnant, and they will be noisy with men (Micah 2:12). They
will know the LORD and He will lead them (Micah 2:13). *Application* I believe
we are seeing the reality of this prophecy today. There was a partial
fulfillment of this at the first coming of Jesus Christ, but it will become
even more realized at His second coming. Right now as we speak, the mountains
of Israel are being repopulated and becoming more and more noisy with the sound
of people. This will bring tribulation for a while, but the Messiah Prince, the
root of David, will eventually return and gather His people together for the millennial
Kingdom (Revelation 5:5; 20:1-7; 22:16). We are seeing prophesy being fulfilled
in our time! Any tour of the Holy Land will convince you that what I am saying
is true. There is rebirth going on there and it is a beautiful thing to
witness! The preparation for His coming is underway!
Verse to Memorize:
Micah 2:7
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