Micah 1, 2 and 3 begin a prophecy against Israel, Samaria and Judah. The kings have been leading the people to sin. They have been oppressing their own and have encouraged the worship of idols. The prophets have been saying what they know the wealthy want to hear in order to reap the rewards. They have not been faithful to God’s commands. Therefore, God will bring them down. Their cities will lay waste. Enemies will inhabit their lands. The people will be driven out or killed.

Just because they call on the Lord they cannot expect salvation. Their lives do not reflect their words. The intentions of their hearts speak against their actions. The Lord knows their cries are not sincere. They will be punished.

Psalm 144 is a song of praise to the Lord who is our rock and fortress. The Lord rescues us from harm and gives us blessings of every kind.