The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 21 July 2026
Daily Fountain Devotional 21 July 2026 TOPIC: Trusting In God’s Judgment And Justice
SCRIPTURE READING: Micah 5:10-15
10 “In that day,” declares the Lord,
“I will destroy your horses from among you
and demolish your chariots.
11 I will destroy the cities of your land
and tear down all your strongholds.
12 I will destroy your witchcraft
and you will no longer cast spells.
13 I will destroy your idols
and your sacred stones from among you;
you will no longer bow down
to the work of your hands.
14 I will uproot from among you your Asherah poles[a]
when I demolish your cities.
15 I will take vengeance in anger and wrath
on the nations that have not obeyed me.”
TODAY’S DEVOTIONAL MESSAGE
In continuation of yesterday’s passage, Micah 5:8-15, draws us into a divine narrative of judgment and justice. The seamless transition from verses 8-9 to 10-14 reveals a striking message of God’s purging of ancient Israel, removing their false trust in military might and idols. The declaration in verse 15 resounds with the promise of God’s righteous judgment and vengeance upon those who refuse to repent, reminding us of His unchanging justice.
In our modern lives, we, as believers, are called to heed the lessons from Micah’s prophecy. Like the Israelites of old, we are urged to place our trust solely in God, removing our reliance on worldly powers and false idols. In the midst of the confusion and uncertainties of our time, we can find comfort in surrendering our fears and worries to the Almighty, knowing that He will bring forth justice and righteousness according to His divine plan.
PRAYER: Lord, grant me faith in your righteous judgment and justice and remove my anxiety as I trust in your promise of justice for those who do not repent. Amen.