MICAH (1A)
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QUESTIONS
How does understanding that prophets were God's chosen spokespersons rather than independent leaders change your view of spiritual authority today?
In what ways are modern believers called to function as prophets in their everyday lives, and how seriously are you taking this responsibility?
What does it mean that most prophetic messages in Scripture were corrective rather than instructive, and what does this reveal about human nature and God's patience?
How can we balance affirming the equal worth of all people before God while also honoring the different roles and responsibilities He has assigned?
What are the dangers of allowing cultural trends and personal opinions to override clear biblical instruction about roles and authority?
DEVOTIONAL
MONDAY
CALLED TO BE GOD’S SPOKESPERSON
Reading: Hebrews 1:1-4; 1 Peter 2:9
Devotional: God once spoke through prophets—chosen messengers who bubbled forth with divine revelation. Today, He speaks through His Son and through us, His people. Like the prophet Micah, whose name means "who is like Yahweh," we are called to reveal God's character to a watching world. You may not be a prophet in the Old Testament sense, but you are part of a royal priesthood, a holy nation called to declare His praises. The question isn't whether God can use you, but whether you'll participate in His work. Will you be His spokesperson today, or will you sit on the sidelines? God operates through a "closed-loop system"—using His creation to accomplish His purposes. You are part of that divine plan.
TUESDAY
THE AUTHORITY OF GOD’S DESIGN
Reading: 1 Timothy 2:9-15; Genesis 2:18-20
Devotional: God's creation reflects intentional design, not arbitrary decisions. From the atmospheric balance that sustains life to the roles within His kingdom, everything has divine purpose. When God looked at Adam alone, He declared it "not good" and created woman as a helper—not inferior, but essential. Like a quarterback needs his offensive line, leadership requires support. God assigns different roles with equal value but distinct authority. This isn't about worth; it's about function. A judge and a citizen are equal in human value but different in courtroom authority. Understanding God's design isn't limiting—it's liberating. When we embrace our God-given roles, we discover the freedom to flourish exactly as He intended.
WEDNESDAY
THE CLOSED-LOOP OF GRACE
Reading: Romans 10:13-17; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20
Devotional: God sustains His creation through itself—trees produce oxygen, animals maintain ecosystems, and believers spread His gospel. This "closed-loop system" reveals God's intentional design. He could have chosen angels to evangelize, but He chose you. Just as the atmosphere requires precise balance to sustain life, the kingdom requires your participation to advance. God draws people to Himself through His Word administered by His agents—believers like you. The prophets didn't have a choice in their calling, but you do. You can choose to participate in spreading salvation's message or refrain. How are you doing with this responsibility? Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. Someone must speak. Will it be you?
THURSDAY
FROM CORRECTION TO RESTORATION
Reading: James 1:22-25
Devotional: Most prophetic messages in Scripture weren't gentle instructions—they were sharp corrections. God's people repeatedly received detailed commands, struggled to obey, and faced consequences. Yet within every correction was an invitation to return. The prophet's role wasn't merely prediction but proclamation: calling people back to righteousness while pointing toward future redemption. Today, God's Word still functions as both mirror and map—showing us where we fall short and directing us home. The question Micah asked remains relevant: "What does the LORD require of you?" To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God. Don't just hear the Word; be a doer. Let correction lead you to transformation, not condemnation.
FRIDAY
STANDING IN TWO WORLDS
Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14-17; Psalm 119:105
Devotional: Pastors and teachers stand with one foot in ancient Scripture and another in modern life, bridging millennia to bring God's Word alive today. But this calling isn't exclusive to clergy—every believer must learn to apply timeless truth to contemporary challenges. The prophets spoke to their generation about covenant faithfulness, social justice, and coming judgment. Their words still resonate because human nature hasn't changed. We still struggle with idolatry (though our idols look different), injustice, and forgetting God's faithfulness. All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness. As you read ancient words, ask: What is God saying to me today? How does this truth transform my Monday morning? Stand between the old and new, letting eternal truth shape your everyday life.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Make Scripture a priority this year. Commit to not missing Sundays, and if you do, catch up with the online teachings. Staying consistent with God's Word will transform your spiritual life throughout 2026.
You are God's messenger today. Just as God used prophets in the Old Testament to speak His truth, He now uses all believers to spread His Word. The question isn't whether you're called—it's whether you're participating or sitting on the sidelines.
God's design reflects His wisdom, not our preferences. From the ecosystem to the church structure, God established specific roles and responsibilities. Understanding and embracing our God-given roles—whether male or female—honors His design and allows us to fulfill our unique calling with excellence.
Get excited about this journey through Micah, and join in asking God to open our hearts to what He wants to teach us through this ancient prophet's message.