The Prophet Micah

Today we remember the great Prophet Micah, son of Eyoel Yoak (who was also called Joram). Micah lived many, many years ago during the time of the kings of Judah—Jehoshaphat, Ahaziah, and Athaliah.

Micah was a faithful man who loved God deeply. God chose him to be His messenger and gave him powerful words to speak.

Micah’s Amazing Prophecies

Micah told the people about things that would happen far in the future. God spoke through Micah’s mouth to prepare His people.

Here are some of the special prophecies Micah gave:

1. God will come down to earth.
   Micah said: “Behold, God shall come from His place and walk upon the earth.”
   He was speaking about Jesus Christ, who would be born as a man to save us.
2. The Birth of Jesus in Bethlehem.
   Micah said: “And you, Bethlehem in the land of Judah, though small, will not be forgotten, for from you shall come a King who will rule My people Israel. His beginnings are from before the creation of the world.”
   This prophecy came true when Jesus was born in Bethlehem more than 800 years later!
3. The Temple and the Gospel.
   Micah warned that the Jewish Temple would be destroyed, but a new “temple” would rise up across the earth—this meant the Church of Christ, where the Gospel would be preached to all nations.
4. The Law and God’s Word.
   He also said: “The Law shall go forth from Zion, and the Word of the Lord from Jerusalem.”
   This came true when Jesus’ disciples spread the Gospel from Jerusalem to the whole world.
5. A Warning to King Ahab.
   Micah boldly told King Ahab: “You shall die in the battle of Edom, King of Gilead.” And just as Micah said, the prophecy came true.

A Life of Faith

Micah lived a long and faithful life, always speaking God’s truth—even when it was difficult. After many years, when he had grown old, he peacefully went to God, whom he loved with all his heart.

He was buried in a village called Merata.

Salutation to Micah

The Prophet Micah was a messenger of hope, courage, and truth. He pointed to the coming of Jesus Christ long before it happened, reminding us that God always keeps His promises.

Hail to you, Prophet Micah! 
Glory be to God, who is glorified in His saints. Amen.