I Will Wait: Micah's Epilogue

Introduction

The end of the story, two cities in ruins, the rich abusers slain, the false prophets and priests killed, the rulers stripped. However, there is still the remnant, the few who will remain and wait for God’s promises to be fulfilled.

“I Will Wait” the Patience of the Remnant

Recognition of sin as the cause for suffering. (vs 9)

Willingness to bear the God-imposed suffering. (vs 9)

Willingness to bear reproach, shame, and mocking of the nations. (vs 10)

Sustained by a trust in God’s judgement and love.

“Rejoice not over me” the hope of the Remnant

Hope of a future rise

Shame upon the mockers, who are forced to turn in fear to God (vs 10;16-17)

Rebuilding the walls (11)

Desolation of the earth outside the walls (11)

God Will Not Abandon His People

God’s forgiveness and ultimate desire to draw near again to his people.

Victory over sin (19)

Faithfulness to the covenant (20)

The Spiritual Remnant: those who wait on the Lord, ultimately Christ

Luke 2:25 (ESV)

Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

Safety for the Gentiles in the Walls of Jerusalem (11-12)

Conclusion

Believing promises of victory, peace, overcoming sin, and complete restoration with God in a time of destruction.

As the remnant, calling on God for his shepherding hand (14).

Christ the Redeemer of the Remnant.