Micah 5:2-5a – O Bethlehem!

Read Micah 5:2-5a

The location was set years before Jesus was even born. How cool is that! Bethlehem was the chosen spot for the miraculous birth. Micah’s prophecy reads almost like a riddle. There are so many great images of Jesus here. Our Advent preparations are winding down as our Christmas celebrations soon begin.

God chose Bethlehem, and then he orchestrated the events that led to Jesus’ humble birth. Even the size of this town is described as a “small village.” If you’ve never lived in a small town, you can’t appreciate the closeness and dedication of the people. Bethlehem would have had a special atmosphere like that. Continue reading “Micah 5:2-5a – O Bethlehem!”

Isaiah 11:1-10 – Who Jesus Is

Read Isaiah 11:1-10

Advent is the perfect time to reflect on who Jesus is, and what the prophets said about him is so powerful. Isaiah could only imagine who God was describing. For us, we can see Jesus. And yet, there are so many parts of this prophecy that remain to be realized. We can learn so much about Jesus from this prophecy alone.

We learn about Jesus’ lineage, and we hear about how the Holy Spirit is moving. We see Jesus as a justice seeker, but whose powerful words can destroy the wicked. It’s comforting to know we have such a fierce warrior king fighting our battles. And yet, “He will wear righteousness like a belt and truth like an undergarment.” He is right with God because he is God. Continue reading “Isaiah 11:1-10 – Who Jesus Is”

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