11-16-06 Micah 4:8

Micah 4:8 (KJ21)
And thou, O tower of the flock, the stronghold of the daughter of Zion, unto thee shall it come, even the first dominion; the kingdom shall come to the daughter of Jerusalem.

Micah 4:8 (NAS)
And as for you, tower of the flock, Hill of the daughter of Zion, To you it will come—Even the former dominion will come, The kingdom of the daughter of Jerusalem.

Micah 4:8 (NIVUS)
As for you, O watchtower of the flock, O stronghold of the Daughter of Zion, the former dominion will be restored to you; kingship will come to the Daughter of Jerusalem.

Micah 4:8 (NLT)
As for you, O Jerusalem, the citadel of God’s people, your royal might and power will come back to you again. The kingship will be restored to my precious Jerusalem.

Some people, so it seems, were created higher than others. They seem to always rise above those around them. However, even though God did create everyone with different traits and characteristics, He helps anyone, who trusts Him, to rise.

As Adonai's child, you are seen as a high tower. You are a rostrum from which the Lord speaks. You are a place of honor since the Holy One dwells in you; He makes you great. Through His power, your estate is increased and magnified. Jehovah takes pride in promoting you, for you are a sheep of His flock.

Like your Lord, you are a fortress and stronghold that others look to for safety and security. As God lifts you up, you help to lift those you encounter. They see you as the apple of God's eye and a branch of the Vine. You help to build His Kingdom and His family. You dwell securely in His realm and guide others there.

Ever since you arrived in His Kingdom, the Lord your God has placed you in the first ranks as a captain and chief. The Lord has placed you at the forefront and there your excellency shines. You were created to rule and have dominion; you have the power to reign. You are a prince of the royal line and a leader among men. You keep company with the King in His Kingdom of peace, where all are perfect and complete.