Mic 5:2 | MHM | STEP | v. 2 : But God promises hope. Out of Bethlehem, a small and unimportant town, a great ruler will come. This ruler is the Messiah, whose origins go back to eternity (“from everlasting”). Even though Bethlehem is little among the towns of Judah, it will be honored because the Messiah will be born there (Matthew 2:6 ). This ruler will lead God’s people and fulfill the ancient promises.

‏ Micah 5:2

v. 2: But God promises hope. Out of Bethlehem, a small and unimportant town, a great ruler will come. This ruler is the Messiah, whose origins go back to eternity (“from everlasting”). Even though Bethlehem is little among the towns of Judah, it will be honored because the Messiah will be born there (Matthew 2:6 ^a). This ruler will lead God’s people and fulfill the ancient promises.