Opening Verse:
“Therefore I will look unto the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me.”
— Micah 7:7 (KJV)
Introduction:
In a world of uncertainty and trials, the prophet Micah’s words remind us of where our hope and help truly lie. Looking unto the Lord means shifting our focus from our struggles to the God who saves and answers prayer.
Devotional Story:
A woman named Hannah had always relied on her own strength to manage the challenges of her life. When her business began to crumble, she tried every strategy, consulted every expert, and exhausted her resources. Still, the weight of her struggles grew heavier.
One sleepless night, she opened her Bible and read Micah 7:7. The simplicity of the verse struck her heart: “I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me.” For the first time, Hannah knelt beside her bed and surrendered her fears to the Lord.
The days that followed were not without challenges, but something had changed in her heart. She stopped running ahead of God and started waiting on Him. Opportunities came unexpectedly, and peace replaced her anxiety. Her faith grew deeper as she saw how God answered in His timing.
What This Means:
Micah’s declaration is not passive resignation but an active trust in God’s sovereignty and faithfulness. Looking unto the Lord means expecting His guidance, provision, and deliverance while resisting the urge to rely solely on ourselves.
Think About This:
- Are there areas in your life where you need to stop striving and start waiting on God?
- How can you remind yourself daily to “look unto the Lord” as your salvation?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father,
Help me to keep my eyes fixed on You, trusting that You are my salvation. Teach me to wait patiently for Your timing and to rest in the assurance that You hear my prayers. Strengthen my faith as I lean on You in every circumstance. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Closing Verse:
“I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.”
— Psalm 130:5 (KJV)
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