The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 20 July 2026 – Achieving Peace In Crisis
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TOPIC: Achieving Peace In Crisis
READ: Micah 5:1-9
1 Now gather thyself in troops, O daughter of troops: he hath laid siege against us: they shall smite the judge of Israel with a rod upon the cheek.
2 But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.
3 Therefore will he give them up, until the time that she which travaileth hath brought forth: then the remnant of his brethren shall return unto the children of Israel.
4 And he shall stand and feed in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God; and they shall abide: for now shall he be great unto the ends of the earth.
5 And this man shall be the peace, when the Assyrian shall come into our land: and when he shall tread in our palaces, then shall we raise against him seven shepherds, and eight principal men.
6 And they shall waste the land of Assyria with the sword, and the land of Nimrod in the entrances thereof: thus shall he deliver us from the Assyrian, when he cometh into our land, and when he treadeth within our borders.
7 And the remnant of Jacob shall be in the midst of many people as a dew from the Lord, as the showers upon the grass, that tarrieth not for man, nor waiteth for the sons of men.
8 And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many people as a lion among the beasts of the forest, as a young lion among the flocks of sheep: who, if he go through, both treadeth down, and teareth in pieces, and none can deliver.
9 Thine hand shall be lifted up upon thine adversaries, and all thine enemies shall be cut off.
THE MESSAGE:
Micah 5:1-9 presents a prophetic vision of hope in the midst of turmoil, foretelling the birth of a ruler who will shepherd God’s people with divine strength. In verse 2, the promise of a leader “whose origins are from of old” points to the Messiah, Jesus Christ; emphasising His eternal nature and divine authority.
The prophecy highlights God’s plan to raise a King who would bring peace and security, gathering and restoring His people. Verses 7-9 portray a victorious remnant empowered by God, standing firm as agents of blessing and judgment among the nations. This passage indicates God’s sovereignty and faithfulness in fulfilling His redemptive purposes.
For Christians, this text reminds us to put our hope in Christ. In times of uncertainty, we are encouraged to trust in God’s plans, knowing that He reigns with justice and mercy. Just as God preserved a faithful remnant in Micah’s time, He calls us to remain steadfast, relying on His strength to face challenges. We are also reminded of our role as witnesses of God’s kingdom, reflecting His peace and righteousness in a world longing for hope.
PRAYER:
Lord, may I trust in your promises and walk in faith as I await the fullness of Your kingdom. Amen.
