Episode Summary:
In this episode, I dive into Micah 6:8 - a verse I’ve known since childhood, but with fresh perspective. Instead of letting nostalgia or familiar songs keep me on the surface, I dig into the original Hebrew words and reflect honestly about what it means to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with God in today’s world. From sharing stories about shifting political views, to teaching my kids about true justice, to wrestling with how God’s version of justice shapes my actions and beliefs, this conversation is both practical and challenging. If you’ve ever felt tugged between culture wars and Christ’s call, or wondered how to teach justice in your family, this episode gives you biblical clarity and real-life encouragement.

Key Points with Timestamps:

1. Familiarity and Fresh Perspective (00:00)
   Micah 6:8 is introduced as a childhood favorite, but Rachel points out the risk of missing the depth when verses become overly familiar.

2. Peeling Back Nostalgia for Real Meaning (00:37)
   Rachel reflects on not letting childhood songs or traditions obscure what Scripture actually says, encouraging listeners to dig deeper.

3. Examining the Language of Justice (01:20)
   The Hebrew verbs for “do” (asah) and “justice” (mishpat) are explored, with focus on justice as intentional action, not passive hope.

4. Wrestling With Political and Personal Change (02:10)
   Rachel shares her journey from conservative talking points to a more nuanced, Christ-centered view, including her discomfort with divisive messaging on justice.

5. Family Conversations About God’s Justice (04:00)
   A real story about teaching her kids to discern between cultural messages and biblical truth, and how God prompted a conversation about diversity, fairness, and loving truth.

6. The Heart of God’s Justice (06:15)
   Rachel discusses how God challenged her to use Scripture, not personal opinion, as the test for justice, emphasizing the importance of understanding God’s character over details.

7. Humility and Openness to Change (08:00)
   Encouragement to stay flexible in beliefs, always open for God to shape the heart, but not swayed by every human opinion.

8. Call to Live It Out (10:27)
   Closing encouragement to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly, making space for God’s definition to reshape actions and family culture.

Mentioned Links:

• Blue Letter Bible
  Rachel’s favorite resource for looking up original word meanings and deeper Bible study.

• The Bible Project
  Recommended for in-depth, creative insights into large biblical themes like justice.

• Rachel Grit Website
  Home base for all podcast episodes, faith articles, and resources.

Supporting Verses:

1. Micah 6:8, ESV
   "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?"
   This verse shapes the entire discussion about action, kindness, and humility in the life of a believer.

What’s Next?

1. Take time to write out your own definition of justice and then measure it up against what you know of God’s character in Scripture.
2. Reflect on any beliefs or opinions that you might need to hold more loosely, with an open heart for God to bring clarity or realignment.
3. If you’re a parent, set aside space for a real conversation with your kids about what biblical justice, kindness, and...