Devotional For December 17, 2023

But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, Though you are little among the thousands of Judah, Yet out of you shall come forth to Me The One to be Ruler in Israel, Whose goings forth are from of old, From everlasting.
‭‭Micah‬ ‭5‬:‭2‬

In the small, humble town of Bethlehem, a divine promise unfolded. The prophecy of Micah revealed the birthplace of a Ruler destined to guide and shepherd God’s people. Despite Bethlehem’s insignificance in the eyes of the world, God chose this small town to be the place of profound significance.

This verse reminds us that God often works in unexpected places and through the seemingly insignificant. Just as Bethlehem was a tiny little village, our lives might feel small and unnoticed, yet God’s plans for us are grand and purposeful. In the simplicity of our lives, God can bring forth extraordinary blessings and fulfill His promises.

As we reflect on Micah 5:2, let us find comfort and hope in the realization that God’s ways are beyond our understanding. The Ruler born in Bethlehem is not merely a temporal leader but an eternal one, whose origins are from everlasting. In the midst of life’s uncertainties, let us trust in the enduring nature of God’s promises and find peace in His unwavering love for us.

Pray

Lord, I know Your plans and purpose for my life are special and extraordinary. Help me to never settle for something that is not from You. Help me to understand that You want to do great things in my life. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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