Kings of Judah

10The scepter will not depart from Judah,

nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet,^c

until he to whom it belongs^d shall come

and the obedience of the nations shall be his. (Genesis 49) 

Thoughts: This is part of Jacob's blessing of his twelve sons.  Here is a prophecy about Judah.  The scepter will not depart from Judah- means that Jacob forsees Judah as the ruling tribe.  Jacob predicts Judah will reign until the Messiah comes here.  All nations will owe obedience to the Messiah. It also implies that the Messiah will be from Judah's stock.  This, of course was fulfilled.  The last to claim Judean heritage (albeit through his wife)- King Herod the Great died when Jesus was born.  

Prayer: Lord, help me to trust in your word which comes true .