Again, we have prophecies announcing judgement upon Israel for social ills and idolatry. The book also proclaims restoration and exaltation of Israel and Jerusalem. This restoration is to take place only after judgement. Written about 700 years before Christ's birth, there is a Messianic prophecy about where the King of Kings will be born, Bethlehem. The Magi, who sought the new born King, referred to this prophecy in their search for Jesus.
A key verse in this book is Micah 6:8, "And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God."
Impressions: God's judgement and correction are there to make us whole. It is done out of love, and not hatred and vengeance. We can escape judgement by obeying God and living for him.
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