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Micah 5:2 · KJV

"But thou, Beth-lehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1Now gather thyself in troops, O daughter of troops: he hath laid siege against us: they shall smite the judge of Israel with a rod upon the cheek.
2But thou, Beth-lehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.
3Therefore will he give them up, until the time that she which travaileth hath brought forth: then the remnant of his brethren shall return unto the children of Israel.
4And he shall stand and feed in the strength of the LORD, in the majesty of the name of the LORD his God; and they shall abide: for now shall he be great unto the ends of the earth.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the idea of greatness from small beginnings resonate with you?

2

What does it mean for you to find significance in your own humble circumstances?

3

When have you witnessed unexpected greatness arise from an unlikely source?

Life Application

identity

Embrace your unique background and consider how it shapes your purpose and potential.

faith

Trust that God can use you, regardless of your current situation or status.

Places in This Verse

Beth-lehem Ephratah(Bethlehem, West Bank today)

A small town known as the birthplace of David and, according to Christian tradition, Jesus. It holds significant historical and religious importance.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse predicts the birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem, emphasizing His humble origins as the ruler of Israel.

See also: Matthew 2:6

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