The LORD brings a covenant lawsuit against Israel and reminds the people of His saving acts from Egypt through the days of Balak and Balaam. Micah then rejects the idea that ever-larger sacrifices can substitute for obedience: the LORD requires doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God. Corrupt wealth, deceit, and violence still bring covenant judgment.
The LORD brings a covenant lawsuit against Israel and reminds the people of His saving acts from Egypt through the days of Balak and Balaam. Micah then rejects the idea that ever-larger sacrifices can substitute for obedience: the LORD requires doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God. Corrupt wealth, deceit, and violence still bring covenant judgment.
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