What Does God Really Want...?

He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8 Do you know what God really wants from you? We might think God requires us to do a lot of church work, read the Bible through in a year, or do a certain number of good deeds. Although all these things have their place, we may do them and still miss what God considers to be important. God's requirements have a lot to do with how we treat people, According to the Scripture above, we are to do what is just, love mercy and kindness, and walk humbly with our God. We should treat people justly and work to see that justice is done in their lives. Many people have been terribly mistreated and abused, and we have the opportunity to help them enjoy what Jesus died for them to have. We can help restore them to the knowledge of God and His love for them, as well as being practical help. God also requires us to love mercy. People do not need to be pressured to perform perfectly; they need to be loved and accepted. God is merciful and kind toward us, and He expects us to give to others what we have received from Him. Finally, God wants humility. We should never view ourselves as better than other people. "Lord, help us to love mercy, to do justly, and to walk humbly with You every day of our lives. Moment by Moment!!