Micah 4: The Mountain of the Lord

The Rev. Kevin Parviz, pastor of Congregation Chai v’ Shalom in St. Louis, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Micah 4.

In dramatic contrast to the warnings and judgments of chapter 3, Micah foresees a day when God will establish His kingdom in Jerusalem and bring lasting peace and justice to all nations. People worldwide will seek God's teaching and walk in His ways. War will cease, and weapons will become tools. Everyone will live securely and without fear. Zion will be exalted again as a source of instruction for the peoples.

Micah, one of the few prophets of his time still faithful to God in Israel, rebukes the societal injustices of the Israelites and pronounces judgment on the wickedness of the religious and political leaders of the time. Notably, Micah is the prophet who foretells that the future messianic ruler will be born in Bethlehem. Jesus not only fulfilled that prophecy, but he embodies Micah's call for justice, mercy, and humility, bringing restoration and reconciliation through his life, death, and resurrection.