What modern examples reflect the attitude described in Micah 2:6? Micah 2:6—The Ancient Voice of Censorship “Do not preach,” they preach. “Do not preach these things; disgrace will not overtake us.” (Micah 2:6) What the Verse Reveals • A demand to silence God’s messenger • A dismissal of any warning of judgment • A confidence that nothing bad will happen, no matter what God has said Modern Echoes of Micah 2:6 • Cultural “Cancel the Messenger” – Media gatekeepers who label biblical morality as “hate speech” and remove it from platforms – Social-media algorithms that shadow-ban or demonetize content calling sin what Scripture calls it (Isaiah 30:10; John 3:20) • Academia and Workplace Policies – University speech codes forbidding open discussion of sexual ethics or the exclusivity of Christ – Diversity trainings that require employees to affirm views directly opposed to biblical teaching, penalizing dissent (Acts 4:18-20) • Progressive or Prosperity Pulpits – Sermons focused on self-esteem and material blessing while studiously avoiding repentance, heaven, and hell (2 Timothy 4:3-4) – “God wouldn’t judge anyone” messages that mirror “disgrace will not overtake us” • Government Regulations – Laws pressuring Christian counselors, doctors, or pastors to stay silent about certain sins or risk losing licenses (Amos 7:12-13) – Threats of fines for public reading of passages deemed offensive • Entertainment Industry Narratives – Storylines portraying biblical convictions as bigoted or outdated and celebrating characters who mock them – Award shows that ridicule anyone who thanks Jesus or speaks of absolute truth (Psalm 2:1-3) • Everyday Conversations – Friends or family saying, “Keep religion to yourself; we don’t need negativity” – Churchgoers who switch congregations when preaching turns from inspirational to confrontational (Galatians 4:16) Why These Examples Matter • They confirm Scripture’s accuracy about human resistance to truth (Romans 1:18) • They call believers to keep proclaiming God’s full counsel, lovingly yet boldly (Ezekiel 33:7-9) • They remind us that silencing conviction endangers souls, because judgment does come—just as it did for Israel (Hebrews 10:26-27) Living Counter to Micah 2:6 Today • Know Scripture thoroughly so we can speak it faithfully (2 Timothy 2:15) • Pray for courage to stand when told to be quiet (Acts 5:29) • Speak truth wrapped in grace, trusting results to the Lord (Ephesians 4:15) |
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