Justice. It’s on everyone’s mind right now, and everyone is convinced they’re on the right side of it. And as the world gets louder, the more tempting it is for Christians to sound certain, sharp, and confident that we see everything right and clearly.
The prophet Micah addresses justice, as well as mercy, and when he does, he doesn’t address pagans or outsiders. He speaks to God’s own people—people who wanted to be seen as deeply religious and were convinced they knew what “true” faithfulness looked like. But instead of applauding their passion, God exposes something unsettling in them: their tendency to trust their own version of righteousness more than God’s mercy.
This Sunday we will hear Micah’s famous words—to do justice, to show undeserved mercy, and walk humbly with God—through the lens of the cross. Drawing on Paul’s startling claim that the message of the cross is foolishness to the world (1 Corinthians 1:18–20), we’ll see how God doesn’t fix the brokenness in ourselves or in our world by demanding more effort, clearer arguments, or better behavior—but by giving us a crucified Savior.
Services are at 8:30 & 10am. Live Streaming available at 10am.
Pastor Wes Asheim
