What is the meaning of Micah 6:6? With what shall I come before the LORD “ ‘With what shall I come before the LORD…’ ” (Micah 6:6a) - The question springs from a heart that recognizes God’s holiness (Isaiah 6:5). - It assumes personal responsibility: worship is not delegated; each believer must “come” (Hebrews 4:16). - Scripture consistently presents coming before God as a covenant privilege (Psalm 100:2-4). When I bow before the God on high “…‘when I bow before the God on high?’ ” (Micah 6:6a) - Bowing pictures humble surrender (Psalm 95:6). - God is “on high,” reminding us He is enthroned above creation (Isaiah 57:15). - True worship joins humility with awe (James 4:10). Should I come to Him with burnt offerings “ ‘Should I come to Him with burnt offerings…’ ” (Micah 6:6b) - Burnt offerings symbolized total devotion (Leviticus 1:9). - Yet God often rejected sacrifices offered without obedience (1 Samuel 15:22; Hosea 6:6). - The question reveals that ritual alone cannot secure favor; heart alignment is essential (Psalm 51:17). With year-old calves? “…‘with year-old calves?’ ” (Micah 6:6b) - A year-old calf was prime and costly (Leviticus 9:3). - Even the best earthly gift cannot purchase forgiveness (Psalm 49:7-8). - Micah prepares the reader for verse 8, where God desires justice, mercy, and humble walking with Him (Matthew 23:23 echoes this priority). summary Micah 6:6 exposes the insufficiency of mere ritual. Approaching the exalted LORD demands humble hearts, not just costly sacrifices. While offerings once pictured devotion, God ultimately seeks obedience, justice, and mercy rooted in genuine relationship with Him. |
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