Humble Beginnings Micah 4:6–8; 5:1–9 In that day (4:6–8) In chapters four and five, Micah’s prophecy moves seamlessly between the distant and near future, possibly
Obey God’s Word James 1:19–27 Each generation develops its own slang. A common term today is live loud. According to a popular modern culture dictionary,
Leaders Needed Micah 3:1–12 Micah the Moreshite, a contemporary of Isaiah and Hosea, lived about 25 miles from Jerusalem, near Philistine territory. Micah’s preaching ministry
The Hollow Promises Hosea 6:1–7:2 Hosea continues proclaiming God’s case against Israel for her religious and political sins. The unfaithful priests promoted false worship and
Faith on Display in Your Priorities James 4:13–17; 5:7–11 I know several believers who are gifted (maybe obsessed) with planning, strategy and calendars. The Bible
No Compassion Jonah 4:1–11 The compassion of God is a common theme in the minor prophets, despite the judgments frequently pronounced. In his self-revelation to
No Escape Jonah 1:15–2:10 Jonah has sometimes been called a reluctant missionary because he disobeyed God’s directive to warn Nineveh of impending disaster. However, given
Faith on display in your conversations James 3:1–5a, 9–10, 13–18 The epistle of James has been compared to Proverbs because of the emphasis upon wisdom.
HOPE IN GOD Amos 9:5–15 Amos’ final dramatic vision is a vision of God Himself (theophany). Yahweh appears at the altar (probably Bethel), where worshippers