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The Prophecy of Micah: Major Fulfillment and Bethlehem's Significance

The prophecy spoken by the Prophet Micah regarding the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem comes to life as wise men journey from the East following a celestial sign. Herod and the assembly of priests and scribes confirm the prophecy, pointing to Bethlehem as the birthplace of the future Ruler of Israel. Despite humble beginnings, the prophecy highlights God's choice of Bethlehem and the significance of the coming Ruler to shepherd His people. Explore the fulfillment of this prophecy and the importance of Bethlehem in the narrative of Jesus' birth.

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The Prophecy of Micah: Major Fulfillment and Bethlehem's Significance

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  1. SPOKEN BY THE PROPHET MICAH • Matthew 2:1-6 (ESV) 1  Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, 2  saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3  When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him;

  2. SPOKEN BY THE PROPHET MICAH • 4  and assembling all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born. 5  They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it is written by the prophet: 6  “‘And you, O Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’”

  3. SPOKEN BY THE PROPHET MICAH • Major Fulfillment of Prophecies: 430 total • The City: “Bethlehem” – ‘House of Bread’ • [Jesus is the Bread of Life and ‘give us this day our daily bread’]

  4. SPOKEN BY THE PROPHET MICAH • The Journey: (vs.1) Some say up to 2 years they followed celestial signs/stars • The Star: (vs.2) “His Star” • Known as the “King Star”

  5. SPOKEN BY THE PROPHET MICAH [Purposefully Opposite of the ‘Wise Men’] • The Assembly: (vs.3,4) “Where the Christ was to be born” • The Prophecy: (vs.5,6) Micah the prophet, served during the reign of Hezekiah.

  6. SPOKEN BY THE PROPHET MICAH • 3 Elements of the Prophecy: 1. Despite the conditions, God does not forget the ‘little people’ or ‘tribes’/ insignificant does not mean useless. 2. God will raise a RULER from this significant place. (Prophet, Priest, King) 3. The Mission: ‘To Shepherd or Pastor MY PEOPLE, ISRAEL.

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