What does the Bible say about the ruler to come from Bethlehem?

Micah 5:2 reveals the prophecy concerning the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem Ephratah. It states that although Bethlehem is small, from it will come forth one who is to be ruler in Israel. This prophecy foreshadows the coming of the Messiah, who is Jesus Christ, whose eternality is emphasized by the phrase 'whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.' This highlights the dual nature of Christ as both the promised ruler and the eternal Son of God, fulfilling God's sovereignty throughout history.