Dark Horses: Overlooked Heroes - Day 32
Day 32 - Tuesday, August 6
Read Micah 6:1-8
Highlight
The book of Micah is a prophetic book that addresses the social injustices and idolatry of Israel and Judah. Micah 6:1-8 is a powerful passage where God, through the prophet Micah, calls His people to account, reminds them of what He truly desires from them, and encapsulates what it means to walk with God. He does not require grand gestures or religious rituals but is looking for people whose lives are characterized by justice, mercy, and humility. We can trust that because of God’s honor of Enoch, his life must have been marked by these qualities. Regardless of our circumstances or stature, these are qualities that each of us can pursue as we walk with God that will bring glory to Him.
Reflection & Prayer
For this reading plan we will be using a tool to guide our study of Scripture that’s called the S.O.A.P. Method. It stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. We recommend you use a journal with this method and write out your thoughts on each of these areas for each day of reading. It doesn’t have to be long-winded and you don’t need a fancy journal. But for anyone that has not journaled before, the benefit is that it often helps us focus and avoid distractions during prayer and Bible study.
S.O.A.P. Method
Scripture - Pick a verse or two that stood out to you and write it in your journal. Be looking for a “Holy Spirit Highlight.” What did you read and think “I needed to hear that” or felt like it was written just for you?
Observation - Now write some observations about the verse(s) or passage. What is this passage or verse saying about God? About people? How is Jesus revealed in these verses?
Application - Now write a few sentences on how this passage applies to your life. Is there truth about God that you are to believe? Is the Holy Spirit convicting you of something you need to do or stop doing in light of God’s truth? Who could you share this story with and how God is speaking to you about it this week?
Prayer - Now write out a prayer to God in response to this Scripture. Be honest and express your heart to Him. God always listens and He delights in your prayers (Psalm 34:15; Proverbs 15:8).
Read Micah 6:1-8
Highlight
The book of Micah is a prophetic book that addresses the social injustices and idolatry of Israel and Judah. Micah 6:1-8 is a powerful passage where God, through the prophet Micah, calls His people to account, reminds them of what He truly desires from them, and encapsulates what it means to walk with God. He does not require grand gestures or religious rituals but is looking for people whose lives are characterized by justice, mercy, and humility. We can trust that because of God’s honor of Enoch, his life must have been marked by these qualities. Regardless of our circumstances or stature, these are qualities that each of us can pursue as we walk with God that will bring glory to Him.
Reflection & Prayer
For this reading plan we will be using a tool to guide our study of Scripture that’s called the S.O.A.P. Method. It stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. We recommend you use a journal with this method and write out your thoughts on each of these areas for each day of reading. It doesn’t have to be long-winded and you don’t need a fancy journal. But for anyone that has not journaled before, the benefit is that it often helps us focus and avoid distractions during prayer and Bible study.
S.O.A.P. Method
Scripture - Pick a verse or two that stood out to you and write it in your journal. Be looking for a “Holy Spirit Highlight.” What did you read and think “I needed to hear that” or felt like it was written just for you?
Observation - Now write some observations about the verse(s) or passage. What is this passage or verse saying about God? About people? How is Jesus revealed in these verses?
Application - Now write a few sentences on how this passage applies to your life. Is there truth about God that you are to believe? Is the Holy Spirit convicting you of something you need to do or stop doing in light of God’s truth? Who could you share this story with and how God is speaking to you about it this week?
Prayer - Now write out a prayer to God in response to this Scripture. Be honest and express your heart to Him. God always listens and He delights in your prayers (Psalm 34:15; Proverbs 15:8).
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