12 Minor Prophets

6/9/2023

The Minor Prophets are a group of 12 books in the Old Testament. They are not called

12 Minor Prophets:
Do Justice, Love Kindness, Walk Humbly

“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to
do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” Micah 6:8

The Minor Prophets are a group of 12 books in the Old Testament. They are not called "minor" because their message is less important. They are called minor because they are shorter in length compared to the "major" prophets. The major prophets, such as Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel, preached the same messages.

The Minor Prophets are:

Hosea
Joel
Amos
Obadiah
Jonah
Micah
Nahum
Habakkuk
Zephaniah
Haggai
Zechariah
Malachi

These books were written by different prophets. These prophets lived in different times and locations. They address a variety of issues relevant to their respective audiences. We find the minor prophets referred to frequently in the New Testament. They are of major importance to the overall message of the Bible.

The messages of the Minor Prophets include warnings of impending judgment. We also read of calls for repentance, as well as promises of restoration and hope. They address issues such as social injustice, idolatry, and faithlessness. They also speak to the need for spiritual renewal—many of the same issues and needs we face today.

The themes of the Minor Prophets are highly relevant to our lives. These books are still applicable today. For example, the prophets spoke against the exploitation of the poor and vulnerable. They also called for social and economic justice. And, they emphasized the importance of personal responsibility and moral integrity.

Overall, the Minor Prophets play an important role in the biblical narrative. They provide insight into the character of God. They also speak to the relationship between God and humanity. Their messages continue to challenge and inspire readers to this day.

An important call to action from the Minor Prophets:

Do justice
Love kindness
Walk humbly

This call is repeated throughout the Bible, and it is essential for living a life that is pleasing to God.

To do justice means to treat everyone fairly. We treat everyone fairly regardless of their social status, race, or religion. It means standing up for those who are being mistreated and advocating for those who are in need.

To love kindness means to be compassionate and merciful. It means putting the needs of others before our own and being willing to help those who are less fortunate.

To walk humbly with God means to live out our lives in such a way that it is pleasing to God. It means obeying His commands and following His example.

When we do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with God, we are living a life that is pleasing to Him. We are also making a difference in the world. And, we are helping to bring about a more just and compassionate society. But most importantly, we are pointing the way to God.

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If you are looking for a way to live a more faithful and meaningful life, I encourage you to study the Minor Prophets. Their messages are still relevant today, and they can help us to live a life that is pleasing to God.

Which of the 12 Minor Prophets is your favorite to study?

These 12 Minor Prophets are presented in order of book authorship. This is a breakout Bible study from the book Sweeter Than Honey. Sweeter Than Honey is a 365-day devotional journey that leads the reader through God’s Word in chronological order of book authorship.

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