[:en]WAITING
Prophet Micah gave the message that out of Bethlehem would come a “ruler over Israel” who would “stand and shephered His flock in the strength of the Lord” (Miach 5:2-4). That prophecy was initally fulfilled when Jesus was born in Bethlehem (Mat. 2:1) after the people had waited for some 700 years. But the prophesy of Christ’s return is yet to come. We wait in hope when all of God’s people will “live securely” and His greatness will reach to the ends of the earth” (Micah 5:4). Then we will rejoice greatly, for our long wait will be over.
Waiting is never easy. But we can trust that God will honor His promise to be with us as we wait. (Mat. 28:20). After Jesus was born in Bethlehem, He ushered in life all its fullness – life without condemnation. Let us enjoy His presence today as we eagerly wait for His return. – by (Amy Boucher Pye)[:]