Micah 5:6-9
The reign of the Messiah transforms a vulnerable remnant into a divinely sustained and victorious presence among the nations.
6 They will rule the land of Assyria with the sword, and the land of Nimrod in its gates. He will deliver us from the Assyrian, when he invades our land, and when he marches within our border.
7 The remnant of Jacob will be among many peoples, like dew from Yahweh, like showers on the grass, that don’t wait for man, nor wait for the sons of men.
8 The remnant of Jacob will be among the nations, among many peoples, like a lion among the animals of the forest, like a young lion among the flocks of sheep; who, if he goes through, treads down and tears in pieces, and there is no one to deliver.
9 Let your hand be lifted up above your adversaries, and let all of your enemies be cut off.
The reign of the Messiah transforms a vulnerable remnant into a divinely sustained and victorious presence among the nations.
To describe the Messiah’s deliverance from foreign oppression and to portray the remnant of Jacob as both life-giving and divinely empowered among the nations.
The Ruler from Bethlehem and the Shepherd-King Who Brings Peace
Though God's people face present humiliation and weak leadership, the Lord will raise up a ruler from Bethlehem whose eternal origin, shepherding care, and divine strength will bring peace, security, purification, and ultimate victory over all enemies.