Day 6: False Comfort
Scripture: Micah 2:6-11
“Do not prophesy,” their prophets say.
“Do not prophesy about these things;
disgrace will not overtake us.”
You descendants of Jacob, should it be said,
“Does the Lord become impatient?
Does he do such things?”
“Do not my words do good
to the one whose ways are upright?
Lately my people have risen up
like an enemy.
You strip off the rich robe
from those who pass by without a care,
like men returning from battle.
You drive the women of my people
from their pleasant homes.
You take away my blessing
from their children forever.
Get up, go away!
For this is not your resting place,
because it is defiled,
it is ruined, beyond all remedy.
If a liar and deceiver comes and says,
‘I will prophesy for you plenty of wine and beer,’
that would be just the prophet for this people!
Reflection:
The people reject Micah’s warnings, preferring messages that align with their desires. Justice requires us to confront uncomfortable truths and resist the temptation to ignore or minimize sin. God’s justice is rooted in truth, even when it’s hard to hear.
Question:
What truths about justice might you be avoiding, and why?
