"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." (NLT)
Hello, Mrs. Kurtz.
I really think that Micah 6:8 is a good verse to start with. I've done some research on the verse and have found some interesting things as well as supplemental verses. I liked your idea of memorizing it, so I have been reading the verse in the morning and before bed and trying to remember it (not just memorizing the words but really pondering its meaning). I remember that you had mentioned that this is one of the most clear cut Biblical references on how to live, and I definitely see that now. I analyzed the verse, and I want to know if I'm on the right track as far as interpreting it? Does the verse mean something different to you? Do you have other suggestions on applying this verse to life? (cont'd)
Hello, Friend.
I am so glad that you have been studying and memorizing this verse; this is one of the most valuable practices that you can begin in your Christian walk!
Before we discuss the impact that these verses have, I want to share a little background. Micah was a prophet sent by God. Prophets declared God's words to people; much of Micah is a pronouncement of judgment for sin. The people had forsaken God. Yet, in the midst of judgment, there is a call to return to God.
In Micah 6:6-7, the question is posed: what does someone offer to God? What offerings or sacrifices does He desire from a follower?
Micah gives us the Lord's words in verse 8:
- do what is right;
- love mercy;
- walk humbly with your God.
So, you are right, my friend. This verse is worth studying, memorizing, praying and living. Over the next several days we'll break it down and study it together.
In the meantime, I am praying for you!
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your Word. Your Word reveals to us who You are, and we rejoice to read it and to learn to know and love You. We thank you for Your Son, Jesus, who lived and died and rose to life again, fulfilling the call to live found in Micah 6:8. Will You plant this verse deeply in our hearts? By Your Spirit we desire to live according to Your Word as well.
We sang this song when I was a teen in youth group. It has echoed in my heart through all these years.
I encourage you to memorize Scripture. Music really helps.
"He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" (NASB)
