God's Glory Church

“Bethlehem-Ephrates, though you are small… out of you… will come the One who will be the Lord in Israel.” — Micah 5:1

The Brooklyn Bridge, after its completion in 1883, was considered the “eighth wonder of the world.” However, for the implementation of this project, it was important to first stretch a thin wire from one bridge tower to another. Other wires were added to the first wire until a massive rope was woven together with three others. All these cables (each of which was formed from over five thousand galvanized wires) supported the longest suspension bridge in those days. What started as a thin wire turned into a large part of the structure of the Brooklyn Bridge.

The life of Jesus began with His birth: the baby was placed in a manger in a small town (Luke 2:7). The prophet Micah foretold His humble birth, writing: “Bethlehem-Ephrates, although you are small among the thousands of Judah, from you will come to Me the One who will be the Lord in Israel”(Mic. 5:1; see also Matt. 2:6). Yes, the beginning was small, but the glory and mission of this Lord and Shepherd reached “to the ends of the earth” (Mic. 5:3).

Jesus was born humbly. “He humbled Himself” and His earthly life ended in death with criminals on the cross (Phil. 2:8). However, thanks to His incredible sacrifice, Jesus built a bridge between us and God, granting salvation to all who believe. Believe, too, in order to receive God’s great gift in Jesus Christ. If you already believe, humbly praise Him for all He has done for you.

What is God doing in your heart, big or small? How will you glorify Him in humility?

Lord Jesus, thank you for humbly coming to save me with Your great sacrifice.

Author: Our Daily Bread Ministries