4th December 2025

Bethlehem's Story  

(Is A Storied History - part 4)

But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah,

Though you are little among the thousands of Judah,

yet out of you shall come forth to

Me The One to be Ruler in Israel,. . .

Micah 5:2

Today's Bible Reading: Isaiah. 53:1-3.

Bethlehem’s first mention in the Bible is bittersweet. In Genesis 35, Rachel dies giving birth to Benjamin—first named “Benoni,” meaning “Son of my sorrow.” Bethlehem was tied to grief and loss.

But here’s the miracle: Jesus, the Son of God, turns that story upside down. He was truly a “Man of Sorrows” (Isaiah 53), rejected, homeless, and crucified—the ultimate “Son of Sorrow.” Yet His story does not end there. Three days later, Jesus rose from the dead (Matthew 28), conquering sorrow and death. Now He sits at God’s right hand—the “Son of the Right Hand” (Benjamin’s other name)—forever interceding for us.

Bethlehem’s story is a powerful journey from sorrow to glory. It’s where wise men came to worship the newborn King, bringing gifts and honour (Matthew 2).

Wise men still seek Him today. Are you one of them?

Prayer: Father God, thank You for Your Son, and that He was willing to suffer and die in my place on the cross. Thank You, for that wonderful demonstration of Your love. I praise You, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.