Introduction

Good morning, Church family. Today, we're diving into the book of Micah, specifically chapters 6 and 7, where we explore some serious topics: the consequences of disobedience, the absolute necessity of trusting the Lord, and the blessings of living in covenant with God. Now, these aren't light matters, but they are truths we all need to grapple with as followers of Christ.

As Thomas Brooks once said, "We trust as we love, and where we love. If we love Christ much, surely we shall trust him much." It's about putting all our trust in Him, regardless of the circumstances, and living in accordance to His word.

So, let's read together from Micah 6 and 7:

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Let's start with a word of prayer.

The Consequences of Disobedience

The prophet Micah was a voice of God to the people of Israel, warning them of the repercussions of their actions, particularly their disobedience to God's commands. Disobedience, in this context, is not merely a single act of defiance, but a persistent and deliberate choice to live outside of God's will and His ways. It is a rejection of God's authority and a decision to follow our own desires and inclinations.

Spiritual separation from God: In Micah 6:6-8, the people of Israel are questioning how they can appease God. They suggest grand gestures such as offering thousands of rams or rivers of oil, even going as far as to contemplate sacrificing their firstborn. These suggestions reflect a deep misunderstanding of God's desires. He does not seek extravagant sacrifices, but obedience. Their disobedience has caused a rift in their relationship with God, leading them to believe that they need to perform grand gestures to regain His favor.

The loss of peace and security: In Micah 7:7-8, we see a picture of a person who has fallen and is sitting in darkness. This imagery is a metaphor for the turmoil and distress that can come as a result of disobedience. When we choose to live outside of God's will, we expose ourselves to the chaos and uncertainty of a world that is not governed by His perfect order and peace. We trade the security of living under God's protection for the instability of a life lived on our own terms.

A distortion of our moral compass: When we choose to disobey God, we are essentially deciding that we know better than Him. We begin to justify our actions and convince ourselves that what we are doing is right. This leads to a skewed sense of right and wrong, and over time, we can become desensitized to sin. We start to lose sight of God's standards and instead, adopt the standards of the world.

Eternal consequences: The Bible is clear that the wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23). This is not just physical death, but spiritual death - eternal separation from God. This is the ultimate consequence of disobedience. However, the good news is that through Jesus Christ, we have been offered forgiveness and reconciliation. We have the opportunity to turn from our disobedience and receive the gift of eternal life.

The Necessity of Trusting the Lord

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