FILLED WITH GOD’s SPIRIT
Keywords 3:8
But as for me, I am filled with
power, with the Spirit of the LORD, and with justice and might, to declare to
Jacob his transgression, to Israel his sin.
1. Leaders hate good
and love evil (1-4)
The rulers of Israel
used the privilege of power to exploit the people for their own
selfish gain. They
hated good and loved evil. Instead of caring for and shepherding
God’s sheep, they made
use of them. They led the people, not in the paths of
righteousness, but in
the way of death. When selfish rulers cry out to God, he will
not answer.
2. Prophets who work
for money (5-7)
If the prophets were
fed, they would proclaim peace; if they were not fed, they
would be warned of
war. They prophesied to please people and tell them what
they wanted to hear.
The sun would set for such prophets, and night would
envelope the land.
There would be no word of God and no vision or hope.
3. A prophet who
speaks the truth (8-12)
Micah was filled with
power and with the Spirit of the Lord because he spoke
God’s word with courage
and truth. He rebuked corrupt leaders and lying
prophets. He would
give the clear message of sin and repentance.
Prayer Lord, fill me with
your Spirit so that I can teach your word truthfully and do
what is right.
One Word Declare the word of
the Lord and lead others to repentance
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