from the prophecy written in the book of the Jewish prophet Micah 700 years before the birth of Jesus – “but you, Bethlehem Ephrath … out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over ...

They consulted the Old Testament prophecies and informed Herod that the prophet Micah had written about Bethlehem, “Out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of my people Israel.” ...

The prophet Micah prophesied His humble birth, writing, “Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel ...

Micah’s prophecy reminds believers of Bethlehem's significant role in God’s plan, showing that greatness often arises from the humblest places. "Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!" ...