Reply To: OCU C)SP D Week 02 Devotion
The prophecy in Matthew 2:4–6 is a powerful reminder that Jesus’ arrival was not random or accidental it was divinely orchestrated and foretold with astonishing precision. Out of all the places on earth, He chose a humble village to welcome the King of Kings.
This isn’t just about geography, it’s about identity. Jesus didn’t emerge from obscurity; He stepped into history with a legacy already written. His lineage, His mission, even the manner of His death were all laid out in Scripture long before His birth. That level of prophetic detail is not only statistically improbable it’s spiritually undeniable.
So, when we’re asked, “Are you persuaded?” it’s more than a question of belief it’s a question of response. If God went to such lengths to announce His Son, how will we respond to that invitation? Will we dismiss it as coincidence, or will we lean in and listen?
I believe these prophecies are not just evidence they’re an invitation. They call us to trust that God’s promises are true, that His Word is reliable, and that Jesus is exactly who He claimed to be the long-awaited Messiah. If He fulfilled those promises, we can trust Him to fulfill the ones He’s made to us today.
