Micah 7:9

9 I will bear the indignation of the LORD Because I have sinned against Him, Until * He 1pleads my case and executes justice for me. He will bring me out to the 2light, And I will see His 3righteousness.

Micah 7:9 In-Context

7 But as for me, I will watch expectantly for the LORD ; I will wait for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me.
8 Do not rejoice over me, O my enemy. Though I fall I will rise; Though I dwell in darkness, the LORD is a light for me.
9 I will bear the indignation of the LORD Because I have sinned against Him, Until He pleads my case and executes justice for me. He will bring me out to the light, And I will see His righteousness.
10 Then my enemy will see, And shame will cover her who said to me, "Where is the LORD your God?" My eyes will look on her; At that time she will be trampled down Like mire of the streets.
11 It will be a day for building your walls. On that day will your boundary be extended.

Cross References 3

  • 1. Jeremiah 50:34
  • 2. Psalms 37:6; Isaiah 42:7, 16
  • 3. Isaiah 46:13; Isaiah 56:1

Footnotes 1

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