[Derrick Adams]

Reading Matthew 2 alongside the prophecy in Micah really stood out to me. It is striking that the Messiah’s birthplace was named long before Jesus’ birth, and that it was not a famous city but a small village, Bethlehem. That detail makes the fulfillment feel intentional, not random. It reminds me that God works through history with purpose and precision. For me, these prophecies build trust in Scripture and in Jesus’ identity. They invite a response, not just agreement that the facts line up, but a step of faith. If God kept His word about the Messiah, I can trust Him with my life and daily decisions today.